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Hawaii Security Deposit Itemization & Receipt Requirements

When retaining security, HRS § 521-44 requires written notice stating the particulars and grounds and written evidence of the costs, such as estimates or invoices for material/services or receipts and cleaning charges.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20262 official sources cited
Withholding noticeWritten

Must state particulars and grounds.

Cost supportWritten evidence

Examples include estimates, invoices and receipts.

Compare every deduction

  • Specific reason.
  • Amount claimed.
  • Receipt, estimate or invoice.
  • Whether the work relates to a statutory deposit purpose.
  • Whether the claimed condition exceeds ordinary wear.
Hawaii’s 14-day rule is documentation-heavy. Check the actual termination date, written notice, cost evidence and proof of mailing. Educational information only.

Official sources

Hawaii State LegislatureHRS § 521-44 — Security deposits ↗

Current Hawaii statute covering deposit limits, pet security, allowable uses, 14-day notice/refund, proof of mailing and small-claims remedies.

Hawaii Department of Commerce and Consumer AffairsResidential Landlord-Tenant Code — Security Deposits ↗

Official Hawaii consumer guidance summarizing the security-deposit rules and documentation expectations.

Related Hawaii guides

Security Deposit →1-Month Limit →Pet Deposit →14-Day Rule →