Hawaii rent increase rules

45 days rent-increase notice.

Hawaii has no statewide rent control. Month-to-month increases require 45 days' written notice.

What this means for you: Rent can rise by any amount at renewal with proper notice.

Your next step: Confirm 45 days' notice for a month-to-month increase.

Source: Haw. Rev. Stat. § 521-21. Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).

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Rent increase in nearby states: California (30 days rent-increase notice).

General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.

Updated July 2026