Hawaii Notice to Cure or Quit (10-Day)
Create a free Hawaii notice to cure or quit. Hawaii requires a 10-day notice to cure or quit. Fill in the details, preview it live, and download a PDF or email it.
Hawaii requirement
Hawaii requires a 10-day notice to cure or quit. For breach of a lease rule authorized under HRS 521-52 (HRS 521-72(a)), the landlord gives written notice specifying a cure time of not less than 10 days. For material noncompliance with a tenant's HRS 521-51 maintenance/use obligations (HRS 521-69(a)), the cure period is likewise not less than 10 days after receipt of notice. Use 10 days as the statutory minimum.
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⚠ Hawaii requires a 10-day notice for a notice to cure or quit; the count runs from the date of SERVICE, and some states exclude weekends/holidays — verify before relying on a date. For breach of a lease rule authorized under HRS 521-52 (HRS 521-72(a)), the landlord gives written notice specifying a cure time of not less than 10 days. For material noncompliance with a tenant's HRS 521-51 maintenance/use obligations (HRS 521-69(a)), the cure period is likewise not less than 10 days after receipt of notice. Use 10 days as the statutory minimum.
Notice to Cure or Quit (Hawaii)
NOTICE TO CURE OR QUIT
Date of Notice: ________________
From (Landlord/Agent): [LANDLORD/AGENT NAME], [LANDLORD ADDRESS]
To: [TENANT NAME(S)], Tenant(s) in possession of: [PROPERTY ADDRESS]
YOU ARE HEREBY NOTIFIED that you have violated the lease/rental agreement as follows: [describe the specific lease section and the facts/dates of the violation]. You are required to CORRECT (cure) this violation within 10 days after this notice is served on you, OR to vacate and surrender possession of the property.
If you do not comply with this notice within the time stated, the landlord may begin legal proceedings to recover possession of the property under Haw. Rev. Stat. ch. 521 (Residential Landlord-Tenant Code), esp. §§ 521-68, 521-69, 521-71, 521-72.
Only a court can order you to move out. The landlord may NOT lock you out, remove your belongings, or shut off your utilities; doing so is illegal.
This notice is given without waiving, and the landlord expressly reserves, all other rights and remedies, including the right to recover unpaid rent and damages.
How this notice may be served: Notices are written and delivered to the tenant; if the tenant cannot be served, the notice may be posted in a conspicuous place on the dwelling unit (HRS 521-68, 521-69). Under the reformed nonpayment statute (effective Feb 5, 2026), a posted notice is deemed received on the date of posting, and a notice mailed by USPS (properly addressed, postage paid) is deemed received two business days after the postmark unless returned undeliverable.
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[LANDLORD/AGENT NAME] — Landlord / Authorized Agent
[LANDLORD ADDRESS]
Date: ________________
PROOF OF SERVICE
I served this notice on the tenant(s) on ____________ (date).
Method of service (use a method permitted in your state — see the service note above):
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_______________________________________ Date: ____________
Signature of person serving the notice
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Self-help template, not legal advice. You cannot remove a tenant yourself — serve a proper notice and, if needed, file in court. Confirm Hawaii and local rules first.
Hawaii Notice to Cure or Quit Rules
A Notice to Cure or Quit is used when a tenant has violated the lease in a way that can be fixed (a "curable" breach), such as an unauthorized pet or occupant. It gives the tenant a set number of days to correct the problem or move out.
Hawaii requires a 10-day notice to cure or quit. For breach of a lease rule authorized under HRS 521-52 (HRS 521-72(a)), the landlord gives written notice specifying a cure time of not less than 10 days. For material noncompliance with a tenant's HRS 521-51 maintenance/use obligations (HRS 521-69(a)), the cure period is likewise not less than 10 days after receipt of notice. Use 10 days as the statutory minimum. The notice is served under Haw. Rev. Stat. ch. 521 (Residential Landlord-Tenant Code), esp. §§ 521-68, 521-69, 521-71, 521-72.
How to Serve a Notice to Cure or Quit in Hawaii
Notices are written and delivered to the tenant; if the tenant cannot be served, the notice may be posted in a conspicuous place on the dwelling unit (HRS 521-68, 521-69). Under the reformed nonpayment statute (effective Feb 5, 2026), a posted notice is deemed received on the date of posting, and a notice mailed by USPS (properly addressed, postage paid) is deemed received two business days after the postmark unless returned undeliverable. A defective notice or improper service can get an eviction dismissed.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many days is a Hawaii notice to cure or quit?
Hawaii requires a 10-day notice to cure or quit. For breach of a lease rule authorized under HRS 521-52 (HRS 521-72(a)), the landlord gives written notice specifying a cure time of not less than 10 days. For material noncompliance with a tenant's HRS 521-51 maintenance/use obligations (HRS 521-69(a)), the cure period is likewise not less than 10 days after receipt of notice. Use 10 days as the statutory minimum.
What happens after I serve the notice?
If the tenant does not comply by the deadline, you can file an eviction case in Hawaii court. Only a court order, enforced by a sheriff or constable, can remove the tenant.
Can I email or download the notice?
Yes — fill in the form above, then download the PDF or email a copy to yourself. Serve it on the tenant using a method Hawaii allows.
Disclaimer
This Hawaii notice to cure or quit generator is a self-help tool for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Confirm Hawaii and local requirements before serving.
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