East Los Angeles, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Los Angeles County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • coastal areas
  • coastal zone
  • coastal zone by

Official Sources

planning.lacounty.gov/applications-and-forms
Data confidence: 30%Last updated: May 12, 2026

Short-term rental rules in East Los Angeles, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in East Los Angeles, California are allowed with a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in East Los Angeles, California?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in East Los Angeles, California.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with East Los Angeles, Los Angeles County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.