Kahaluu-Keauhou, Hawaii
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Hawaii County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Hawaii County which apply to this area.
121 ftBuffer Distance
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredNot specified
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistYes
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Density / Distance Cap121 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- yes - STVRs only allowed in permitted zoning districts; existing STVRs outside permitted zones may apply for a Nonconforming Use Certificate
Official Sources
Data confidence: 82%Last updated: June 17, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Kahaluu-Keauhou, Hawaii
Kahaluu-Keauhou, Hawaii has no separate city ordinance, so Hawaii County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Kahaluu-Keauhou, Hawaii?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Kahaluu-Keauhou, Hawaii.
Where do these Kahaluu-Keauhou short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Kahaluu-Keauhou's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.
Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Kahaluu-Keauhou, Hawaii County, or Hawaii authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.