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The ordinance explicitly ends the protection of the Minatoya List, which previously allowed thousands of condo units in apartment districts to operate as STRs.
Maui Bill 9 Becomes Law: What the Final Ordinance Actually Does, and What Comes Next
Summary
Maui County's Bill 9, now law as Ordinance No. 5909, phases out short-term rentals in apartment-zoned districts. West Maui STRs must cease by January 1, 2029, and all other areas by January 1, 2031, with no opt-out. This zoning change reflects a broader trend of prioritizing housing over tourism economics, despite potential economic impacts.
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