East Honolulu vs Mililani Mauka
How do beekeeping rules compare between East Honolulu, HI and Mililani Mauka, HI?
East Honolulu has fewer restrictions than Mililani Mauka.
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 Mauka's residential zoning does not permit beekeeping as an accessory use, and MMA covenants further prohibit hives across all yards and common spaces.
View full Mililani Mauka rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | East Honolulu | Mililani Mauka |
|---|---|---|
| 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 Mauka FAQ
Where near Mililani Mauka allows beekeeping?
Agricultural parcels in Waipio Acres and Central Oahu ag lands outside MMA boundaries may qualify if properly zoned.
Can I keep a single observation hive indoors?
Indoor beekeeping is impractical for honey bees and still counts as agriculture under the LUO, plus MMA rules.
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