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.
Key Insights
- •The ordinance explicitly ends the protection of the Minatoya List, which previously allowed thousands of condo units in apartment districts to operate as STRs.
- •Bill 9 phases out apartment-zoned short-term rentals with staggered amortization periods: West Maui by January 1, 2029, and all other areas by January 1, 2031.
Action Items
- ✓If you own a short-term rental in an apartment-zoned district in Maui, understand the specific deadlines (January 1, 2029 for West Maui, and January 1, 2031 for the rest of Maui County) and plan accordingly.Effort: lowImpact: high
- ✓Monitor the ongoing discussions about potential rezoning and legal challenges, as they could impact the future of short-term rentals in Maui, although the current law stands.Effort: lowImpact: medium
Common Mistakes
- ⚠Failing to adhere to the amortization deadlines set by Ordinance No. 5909 will result in illegal short-term rental operations, and nonconforming-use protections no longer apply.
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