Taxes & Fees: East Honolulu vs Pearl City
How do taxes & fees rules compare between East Honolulu, HI and Pearl City, HI?
East Honolulu and Pearl City have similar restriction levels.
East Honolulu, HI
Honolulu County
East Honolulu short-term rental operators must collect and remit the 3% Oahu Transient Accommodations Tax on gross rental proceeds from stays under 180 consecutive days.
View full East Honolulu rules →Pearl City, HI
Honolulu County
Pearl City short-term rental operators must collect and remit the 3% Oahu Transient Accommodations Tax on gross rental proceeds from stays under 180 consecutive days.
View full Pearl City rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | East Honolulu | Pearl City |
|---|---|---|
| OTAT Rate | 3% of gross | 3% of gross |
| Code Section | ROH 8A-1.1 | ROH 8A-1.1 |
| Threshold | Under 180 days | Under 180 days |
| Topic | Taxes Fees | Taxes Fees |
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East Honolulu FAQ
Is OTAT separate from state TAT?
Yes. The 3% OTAT is in addition to Hawaii's state TAT and general excise tax. All must be collected, reported, and remitted separately.
What stays are taxable?
Any rental of under 180 consecutive days to the same guest is generally subject to OTAT, including multi-week bookings by snowbirds and corporate guests.
Pearl City FAQ
Are TDY military rentals taxable?
Yes. Any stay under 180 consecutive days is generally subject to OTAT, regardless of whether the guest is a military TDY traveler, contractor, or tourist.
How often are returns filed?
OTAT is filed with the City periodically (monthly, quarterly, or semiannually). Check DPP and Department of Budget and Fiscal Services guidance for your filing frequency.
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