East Honolulu vs Mililani Town
How do beekeeping rules compare between East Honolulu, HI and Mililani Town, HI?
East Honolulu has fewer restrictions than Mililani Town.
East Honolulu, HI
Honolulu County
East Honolulu has no dedicated beekeeping ordinance. Apiaries are treated as agricultural activity under the Land Use Ordinance Chapter 21, with state registration under HRS Chapter 152 required for all hives.
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Honolulu County
Mililani Town's suburban zoning does not permit agricultural beekeeping, and HOA covenants further prohibit hives in residential yards and common spaces.
View full Mililani Town rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | East Honolulu | Mililani Town |
|---|---|---|
| Dedicated ordinance | None | - |
| Code chapter | ROH 21 (LUO) | - |
| State registration | HRS 152 | - |
| Permitted zones | Agricultural districts | - |
| Proposed setback | 25 feet (Bill 65) | - |
| - | - |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
East Honolulu FAQ
Can I keep bees in Hawaii Kai's R-5 zone?
Only if hives qualify as a permitted accessory agricultural use under ROH 21. Consult DPP before installing hives on a residential East Honolulu lot.
Do I need to register my hive?
Yes. Hawaii HRS Chapter 152 requires all apiaries statewide to register with the Department of Agriculture, regardless of Honolulu County zoning.
What lot size will Bill 65 require?
The pending LUO draft proposes a 5,000 square-foot minimum lot, tiered hive caps of 2 to 6, and 25-foot setbacks, but it is not yet enacted.
Mililani Town FAQ
Can I keep a single small hive indoors?
No. Indoor beekeeping is impractical and still counts as agriculture under the LUO.
Where is beekeeping allowed near Mililani?
Agricultural parcels in Waipio Acres or Central Oahu ag lands outside the MTA boundary may qualify.
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