Kailua vs Urban Honolulu
How do beekeeping rules compare between Kailua, HI and Urban Honolulu, HI?
Kailua and Urban Honolulu have similar restriction levels.
Kailua, HI
Honolulu County
Kailua has no dedicated beekeeping ordinance. Beekeeping is treated as an agricultural accessory use permitted only in zoning districts that allow agriculture under the Land Use Ordinance.
View full Kailua rules →Urban Honolulu, HI
Honolulu County
Honolulu has no dedicated beekeeping ordinance; hives are treated as an agricultural activity permitted only in zoning districts that allow agriculture under the Land Use Ordinance (ROH Chapter 21), with state apiary registration required under HRS 152.
View full Urban Honolulu rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Kailua | Urban Honolulu |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Dedicated ordinance | - | None |
| Zoning authority | - | LUO Ch. 21 |
| State registration | - | HRS Ch. 152 |
| Accessory uses | - | LUO Article 5 |
| Proposed rules | - | Bill 10/65 pending |
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Kailua FAQ
Can I keep two hives in my Kailua backyard?
Only if your parcel is in an agricultural zoning district. Most residential Kailua lots do not qualify.
Do I need to register my hives?
Yes, register with the Hawaii Department of Agriculture under HRS Chapter 152.
Urban Honolulu FAQ
Can I keep bees in my Honolulu backyard?
Only if your lot is in a zoning district that allows agriculture under LUO Chapter 21. Most Urban Honolulu residential zones do not qualify.
Do I need to register my hives?
Yes, state apiary rules under HRS Chapter 152 require registration and inspection, regardless of where the hives are located in the city.
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