Hawaii Notice & Entry Laws
Hawaii requires landlords to give tenants at least 2 days advance notice before entering the rental unit for non-emergency purposes, and entry must be at a reasonable time.
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Key Rules
- Notice Required
- 2 days advance notice for non-emergency entry
- Emergency Entry
- Permitted without prior notice in emergency situations
- Permissible Reasons
- Repairs, inspections, showing unit to prospective tenants or buyers
- Time Of Entry
- Must be at a reasonable time
Applicable Statutes
Landlord's right of access: landlord must give at least 2 days advance notice before entering the unit for repairs, inspections, or to show the unit. Entry must be at a reasonable time.
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