Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Kaneohe, HI

Short-term rentals (B&Bs and TVUs) are restricted to resort-zoned areas and specific apartment-zoned areas; units with valid nonconforming use certificates (NUCs) may continue elsewhere. Requirements include annual registration, proof of insurance and tax clearances, maximum occupancy limits based on adults per room, and the maintenance of an onsite informational binder with house rules.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Kaneohe. 1) Submit a registration or renewal application via the HNL Build permitting portal using the prescribed Statement of Compliance form. 2) Provide required documentation including tax clearances for State and City taxes, proof of insurance, and a title report if ownership has changed. 3) Pay the applicable registration or renewal fee (e.g., $500 for renewal) and renew the certificate annually.

1) Submit a registration or renewal application via the HNL Build permitting portal using the prescribed Statement of Compliance form. 2) Provide required documentation including tax clearances for State and City taxes, proof of insurance, and a title report if ownership has changed. 3) Pay the applicable registration or renewal fee (e.g., $500 for renewal) and renew the certificate annually.