📜 State Law Guide • Updated January 2025
Hawaii Landlord Tenant Laws 2025
Hawaii has specific rules regarding condition checklists and pet deposits, making it important for landlords to document everything thoroughly.
Banned
Rent Control
1 Month (+Pet)
Deposit Limit
14 days
Deposit Return
5-10 days
Eviction Notice
Security Deposit Rules
- Limit: 1 month rent.
- Pet Deposit: Additional 1 month rent allowed for pets.
- Inventory Checklist: Mandatory. Must detail condition at move-in.
- Return Deadline: 14 days after termination of rental agreement.
- Itemization: Written breakdown of deductions required.
Eviction Process
Hawaii requires landlords to provide specific notices before filing for eviction.
| Reason | Notice Required | Details |
|---|---|---|
| Non-payment of rent | 5 days | Pay or Quit |
| Lease Violation | 10 days | To cure or quit |
| Nuisance | 24 hours | To cure; if repeated, immediate |
| Month-to-month End | 45 days | Landlord notice (Tenant gives 28) |
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