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Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D § 356D-154

Relationship of annual payment to rental and income.

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Verified 10/23/2026 · Next check 10/30/2026
effective 10/23/2026HawaiiAffordable Housing Programs

Operative Text

Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D § 356D-154
The amount of the annual payment with respect to any dwelling unit shall not exceed the amount by which the fair market rental for that unit exceeds thirty per cent of the tenant's income as determined by the authority pursuant to procedures and rules pursuant to chapter 91. [L 2006, c 180, pt of §2]
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Plain English

Hawaii Revised Statutes § 356D-154 establishes a cap on the annual payment a tenant makes in connection with a dwelling unit. Specifically, that payment cannot exceed the difference between the unit's fair market rental and thirty percent of the tenant's income, with income determined by the relevant housing authority under administrative procedures governed by Hawaii's rulemaking chapter. The rule is designed to limit housing cost burdens by tying required payments to a tenant's actual financial circumstances.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-154, operators participating in the relevant Hawaii public housing or rental assistance program must ensure that the annual payment charged to a tenant does not surpass the gap between the unit's fair market rent and thirty percent of that tenant's income. Compliant operators typically work closely with the Hawaii Public Housing Authority to obtain accurate income determinations and apply the correct payment calculations. Maintaining thorough documentation of income assessments and rent figures helps demonstrate adherence to this statutory ceiling.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-154 provides that your annual payment for a covered dwelling unit is capped based on your income — specifically, it cannot exceed the difference between the fair market rent and thirty percent of your income as calculated by the housing authority. If you believe your payment has been set above this statutory limit, you may raise the discrepancy directly with the Hawaii Public Housing Authority, which is responsible for determining income and administering the relevant procedures under chapter 91. Tenant-rights organizations in Hawaii can also help you understand how income is calculated and what options are generally available when a payment appears to exceed the allowable amount.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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References Out

Rules and statutes cited by this regulation

Haw. Rev. Stat. ch. 91
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References In

Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-51
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-153
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-92
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-53
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-52
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-52
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-53
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-57
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-71
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-6.5
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-62
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-1
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-51
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-6.5
Haw. Rev. Stat. § 356D-92

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Source Information

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