Maui County adopted a new ordinance allowing up to two accessory dwelling units (ʻohana units) in addition to a primary residence on qualifying residentially zoned lots. The change applies countywide across Maui, Molokaʻi, and Lānaʻi, effective July 8, 2025.
- Qualifying residentially zoned properties may now have up to two accessory dwellings plus a primary home — three units total on a single lot.
- The ordinance creates a consistent countywide standard, replacing previous rules that varied by lot size and island.
- Accessory dwellings are explicitly prohibited from use as vacation rentals, short-term rentals, or bed-and-breakfast operations.
- The county rule was adopted in response to Hawaii state Act 39, which required counties to permit up to two accessory dwelling units on qualifying lots.
- All new units must still meet existing zoning, building, parking, water, wastewater, and emergency access requirements.
Source: Themolokaidispatch
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