Honolulu County · Hawaii
Honolulu County homestead exemption
In Honolulu County, you apply for the homestead exemption with the City and County of Honolulu, Real Property Assessment Division; the deadline is September 30.
- Office
- City and County of Honolulu, Real Property Assessment Division
- Deadline
- September 30
- State exemption
- $120,000 off assessed value
- Renewal
- Renews automaticallyStatewide rule
Claims submitted by September 30 and approved take effect in the following tax year.
File the initial claim Form E-8-10.3 online or on paper; separate continuance forms cover moving into a care home or a temporary relocation. The division encourages every occupant on title to file in case something happens to the primary applicant.
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Local homestead amounts in Honolulu County
| Exemption | Taxing unit | Amount | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Home exemption The home exemption reduces the taxable value of an owner-occupied principal residence by $120,000. From July 1, 2027 it becomes $140,000. | City and County of Honolulu | $120,000 off assessed value | Source |
| Home exemption, age 65 or older Owners 65 or older get $160,000 off taxable value, rising to $180,000 on July 1, 2027. If you gave proof of age when you first filed, the amount adjusts automatically when you turn 65. | City and County of Honolulu | $160,000 off assessed value | Source |
How to check if you already have it
If you already have a home exemption you do not need to refile unless ownership or use of the property changes. Call the Real Property Assessment Division at (808) 768-3799 to confirm your exemption.
Hawaii rules that apply here
- You own the property and occupy it as your primary home
- Portions used for commercial purposes do not qualify
- Honolulu encourages every owner on title to file in case something happens to the primary applicant
Full Hawaii homestead guide: amounts, senior and veteran exemptions, late filing and portability.
Sources
- Home Exemption · City and County of Honolulu, Department of Budget and Fiscal Services
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