Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Volcano, HI

Airbnb listings are allowed in Volcano, HI, but with restrictions. Short-term vacation rentals (STVRs) are permitted only in specified zoning districts (V, CG, CV; Residential and Commercial districts in General Plan Resort areas; and RM for condos). Existing STVRs outside these districts require a Nonconforming Use Certificate (NUC). Owners must provide off-street parking, include registration numbers in listings, and maintain a 24/7 local contact. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term vacation rentals (STVRs) are permitted only in specified zoning districts (V, CG, CV; Residential and Commercial districts in General Plan Resort areas; and RM for condos). Existing STVRs outside these districts require a Nonconforming Use Certificate (NUC). Owners must provide off-street parking, include registration numbers in listings, and maintain a 24/7 local contact.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Volcano. 1) Submit an STVR Registration Form via the EPIC online system with a $500 fee and required documents (building approvals, tax licenses, site/floor plans, and notarized affidavit). 2) Properties outside permitted districts must also apply for a Nonconforming Use Certificate (NUC) with evidence of prior use. 3) NUCs must be renewed annually for a $250 fee.

1) Submit an STVR Registration Form via the EPIC online system with a $500 fee and required documents (building approvals, tax licenses, site/floor plans, and notarized affidavit). 2) Properties outside permitted districts must also apply for a Nonconforming Use Certificate (NUC) with evidence of prior use. 3) NUCs must be renewed annually for a $250 fee.

Vrbo is permitted in Volcano, HI under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Volcano are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Volcano. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.