HONOLULU (KHON2) — The increased sewer fees approved by the Honolulu City Council are now in effect as 2026 is in full swing.
Originally approved in June 2025, the updated sewer fees plan raised the fees by 6% this year, 2026, with future annual increases weighing in at 7.5%, 8.5%, 9%, 9% and 9%.
Higher bills ahead: Honolulu City Council OKs sewer fee hike in $5.1B budget
Increased costs were attributed to critical infrastructure changes required throughout the island, with $2.5 billion in upgrades fixing up the Sand Island sewage treatment plant. An additional $10 billion will be used for sewer line improvements and other projects island-wide.
To counter any potential expenses, city officials have launched the “Use Less, Pay Less” program. Under this program, sewer charges will be based on water usage…