Gardena, California

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Los Angeles County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $1,337.00Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$1,337.00License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$1,337.00
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Gardena, California

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Gardena, California are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $1,337.00).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Gardena, California?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Gardena?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $1,337.00.

Where do these Gardena short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Gardena's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

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