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Hawaii One-Month Security Deposit Limit

HRS § 521-44 generally limits the security deposit required for the statutory purposes to an amount not exceeding one month’s rent.

Last reviewed: August 30, 20261 official source cited
Ordinary security maximum1 month’s rent

Additional pet security can be separately agreed within its own limit.

Separate the charges

  • First month’s rent.
  • Ordinary security deposit.
  • Additional pet security.
  • Other amounts demanded at move-in.
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.

Related Hawaii guides

Security Deposit →Pet Deposit →14-Day Rule →Itemization & Evidence →