Hawthorne, California
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Los Angeles County
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Owner Requirements
Limits & Restrictions
Taxes & Fees
Zoning Restrictions
- Permitted in single-family residences, duplexes, triplexes, and planned unit developments/multifamily with no more than 4 units; not permitted in Section 8 housing, ADUs, or (for vacation rentals) industrial/commercial zones
Official Sources
Short-term rental rules in Hawthorne, California
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Hawthorne, California are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Hawthorne, California?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Hawthorne, California.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Hawthorne?
A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.
Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Hawthorne?
Yes — Hawthorne sets a cap of 90 rental nights per year.
Where do these Hawthorne short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Hawthorne'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 Hawthorne, Los Angeles County, or California authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.