Occupancy Limits: Kaneohe vs Urban Honolulu
How do occupancy limits rules compare between Kaneohe, HI and Urban Honolulu, HI?
Urban Honolulu has fewer restrictions than Kaneohe.
Kaneohe, HI
Honolulu County
Kaneohe STR operators must file a floor plan with DPP identifying maximum occupancy per bedroom, and advertised guest counts on Airbnb or VRBO must match the registered occupancy exactly.
View full Kaneohe rules →Urban Honolulu, HI
Honolulu County
Urban Honolulu STRs must post maximum occupancy per bedroom on the DPP-approved floor plan under ROH Sec. 21-5.730, with bedroom count caps for B&Bs.
View full Urban Honolulu rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Kaneohe | Urban Honolulu |
|---|---|---|
| - | - | |
| Code Section | - | ROH Sec. 21-5.730 |
| Requirement | - | Floor plan with occupancy |
| Binder | - | Required on-site |
| B&B Bedroom Cap | - | Limited per home |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Kaneohe FAQ
Can I add sleeper sofas?
Only if factored into the registered floor plan occupancy; unapproved extra beds violate Sec. 21-5.730.
Are children counted?
Yes, all occupants regardless of age count toward the maximum posted under Sec. 21-5.730.
Urban Honolulu FAQ
Can I advertise sleeping on the pull-out sofa in Waikiki?
Only if the approved floor plan lists that sleeping space in the maximum occupancy count. Guest counts above the posted maximum violate Sec. 21-5.730.
Are children counted in the cap?
Yes. All overnight guests count toward the occupancy limits on the DPP-approved floor plan, consistent with fire and life-safety standards.
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