Hawaii Zoning & Land Use Laws
Zoning regulations, ADU laws, short-term rental rules, and land use policies for Hawaii. Source-cited from state legislation and municipal codes.
Total Cities
4
Total Counties
4
ADU State Law
Yes
Lot Split Law
No state law
Cottage Food Law
Yes
Cities With Data
1
Hawaii ADU Law
Statewide ADU-law status for Hawaii has not been confirmed — see the official source for current requirements.
View full HawaiiADU law details →Cottage Food Law
Statewide cottage-food-law status for Hawaii has not been confirmed — see the official source for current requirements.
Short-Term Rental Law
Hawaii short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction. See your local government's official website for current requirements.
State Preemption Active
Hawaii state law preempts local zoning ordinances in several areas. Local governments cannot enact rules stricter than the state baseline.
Learn about Hawaiizoning preemption →Recent Legislative Changes
Hawaii Cities with Zoning Data
Source: Hawaii Act 232 (2023) — Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units. Last verified April 5, 2026. View source