Statutory cap, exemptions, and notice rules under None (state level)
No enacted statewide or local rent control. Honolulu has considered rent stabilization legislation amid the state's severe housing crisis but has not enacted it.
| Rule | Requirement | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Statewide cap | None | None (state level) |
| 2025 maximum increase | No limit | — |
| Notice required | Typically 30–60 days written notice | State landlord-tenant law |
| Retaliation prohibited | Yes — increases cannot be retaliatory or discriminatory | Federal Fair Housing Act + state law |
These Hawaii cities currently have or are actively developing rent stabilization ordinances. Caps and covered-unit definitions vary — check your city's municipal code or housing authority for the current allowable increase.
Hawaii has no statewide rent increase cap. Some cities and counties have local ordinances — check your specific municipality.
Yes — while Hawaii has no statewide cap, local governments are permitted to enact rent control ordinances, and some have.
In Hawaii, landlords must generally provide at least 30 days' written notice before increasing rent for month-to-month tenants. For covered units under None (state level), any increase above the allowable cap requires proper written notice and may require additional disclosures.
In Hawaii, there is no statewide cap. The increase can be any amount as long as proper notice is given and the increase is not retaliatory or discriminatory.
Statutory data sourced from published Hawaii law (None (state level)), BLS Consumer Price Index (2024–2025), and state agency publications. Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates for median rent. Last updated April 29, 2026. This page is informational only and does not constitute legal advice.
