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Hawaii Eviction Notice Requirements (2026)
Complete guide to Hawaii eviction notice periods, deposit return rules, and recent law changes. Generate a legally appropriate Hawaii eviction notice in seconds with RentGuard — free.
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Hawaii notice periods
Security deposit rules
14 days after move-out with itemized statement of deductions.
Rent control status
No statewide rent control. Maui County passed emergency rent stabilization measures — verify current status locally.
Key Hawaii landlord rules
✓Landlord must give 2 days notice before entering except in emergencies
✓Security deposit limited to 1 month rent
✓Tenant may terminate lease if landlord fails to repair habitability issues within a reasonable time after written notice
✓Retaliatory eviction within 90 days of tenant exercising legal rights is presumed retaliatory
Recent law changes in Hawaii
⚠ Act 82 (2023): Additional tenant protections related to natural disaster displacement
Frequently asked questions — Hawaii eviction
How much notice does a landlord have to give in Hawaii?+
In Hawaii, landlords must give 45 days notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy. Month-to-month tenancy — Hawaii requires 45 days notice.
What is the eviction notice period for nonpayment of rent in Hawaii?+
Hawaii requires a 5-day notice for nonpayment of rent. Tenant must pay all overdue rent within 5 days or vacate.
How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Hawaii?+
14 days after move-out with itemized statement of deductions.
Is there rent control in Hawaii?+
No statewide rent control. Maui County passed emergency rent stabilization measures — verify current status locally.
How do I evict a tenant in Hawaii?+
To evict a tenant in Hawaii, serve the appropriate written notice (5 days for nonpayment), wait for the notice period to expire, then file for eviction in your local court if the tenant has not complied. RentGuard can generate the correct Hawaii notice form for free.
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