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Example Results
Maui short-term rental legality depends on zoning, Minatoya status, and current County legislation. This site uses a three-color traffic light system to clearly communicate STR risk.
STATUS: GREEN (Secure)
Wailea
Definition:
- Hotel Zoned (H-1, H-2, H-m) or Resort Zoned properties.
Verdict:
- These properties are not affected by Bill 9, and have permanent short-term rental rights under current Maui zoning law.
Buyer Takeaway:
- Lowest STR regulatory Risk.
STATUS: GREEN (Secure)
STATUS: YELLOW (Exhibit 2/ TIG Recommended)
Kihei
Definition:
-Apartment Zoned Properties, on the Minatoya List that are listed on Exhibit 2 of the County TIG Report.
- The county has officially recommended these properties be rezoned to H-3 or H-4 to preserve STR rights. While not final until adopted by Council, they are currently considered to be in a relative 'safety zone.'
Buyer Takeaway:
- Legal today, with legislative risk tied to future votes.
STATUS: YELLOW (Exhibit 2/ TIG Recommended)
STATUS: RED (Not Suitable for STR-dependent purchases)
Kapalua
Definition:
- Apartment Zoned Properties not listed on Exhibit 2 of the county TIG Report.
Proposed Phase-Out Dates
- West Maui: January 1, 2029
- All Other Maui Areas: January 1, 2031
Buyer Takeaway:
- High STR risk.
- Not suitable for STR-dependent purchases.
STATUS: RED (Not Suitable for STR-dependent purchases)
Why buyers are so confused (and nervous)
Buried Info
Hidden in dense County PDFs
Legal Doesn't Mean Safe
Some condos could phase out
Costly Mistakes
One zoning error can cost thousands
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