The spirit of hookipa is a cornerstone of Hawaiian culture. Yet, Oahu’s current laws effectively ban residents from hosting for-pay guests in their own homes. With only 34 legal bed-and-breakfasts, according to city estimates in 2022, these regulations favor large corporations over local families.

These laws strip homeowners of their right to meet the island’s high cost of living. This also hurts the local businesses these hosted visitors support — from farmers to restaurants.

Guests in hosted rentals often seek to learn and connect with a sense of kuleana. They want to ensure their visit uplifts our community and protects the aina. This regenerative model keeps money flowing to local residents and local businesses.

It’s time for Oahu lawmakers to create a fair pathway for residents to

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