How can a tenancy be terminated in the State of Hawaii?
A fixed term tenancy terminates at the end of the term. IF the tenant continues to occupy the unit after the end of the term with the landlords consent, the tenancy becomes month-to-month and the following notice provisions apply. A periodic tenancy may be terminated by either party if proper written notice of termination is given. For a month-to-month tenancy, the landlord must give the tenant at least 45 days written notice, except in the event of (i) voluntary demolition of the premises, (ii) conversion to condominium, or (iii) conversion to a transient vacation rental, in which case the landlord must give at least 120 days written notice. If the tenant wishes to terminate a month-to-month tenancy, the tenant must give the landlord at least 28 days written notice. If the landlord wishes to terminate, he/she must give the tenant at least 45 days written notice. The tenant is responsible for paying rent to the date stated in the termination notice or until the unit is re-rented, which