Taxes & Fees: Ewa Gentry vs Kailua
How do taxes & fees rules compare between Ewa Gentry, HI and Kailua, HI?
Kailua has fewer restrictions than Ewa Gentry.
Ewa Gentry, HI
Honolulu County
ROH Sec. 8A-1.1 levies the 3% Oahu Transient Accommodations Tax on gross rental proceeds for stays under 180 days, stacking on top of state TAT and general excise tax obligations for Ewa Gentry operators.
View full Ewa Gentry rules →Kailua, HI
Honolulu County
Kailua STR operators must collect and remit the 3 percent Oahu Transient Accommodations Tax on gross rental proceeds for every stay of less than 180 consecutive days, in addition to state TAT and GET.
View full Kailua rules →Key Facts Comparison
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Ewa Gentry FAQ
Is the 3% OTAT separate from the state TAT?
Yes. Oahu's OTAT is levied in addition to the state TAT and general excise tax; operators must handle each obligation.
Does a platform collecting tax cover my obligation?
Not entirely. Operators remain responsible for filing and for any amounts not collected by the platform.
Kailua FAQ
Do I owe OTAT on monthly rentals?
Only if the stay is under 180 consecutive days. Stays of 180 or more days are exempt from TAT.
Where do I file OTAT?
File with the City and County of Honolulu using forms that mirror the state TAT schedule.
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