The Los Angeles City Council has recently passed a law requiring Airbnb hosts and other short-term rental (STR) operators to obtain police permits before offering their properties for rent. This measure is part of a broader initiative to regulate STRs in the city, aiming to curb issues related to large parties and illegal activities associated with these rentals. The permit process includes paying a fee, submitting business and tax information, and potentially undergoing background checks and fingerprinting. The exact requirements are still being finalized, with initial suggestions for the permit fee set at around $260. This law, set to go into effect on July 1, 2024, also reinforces existing regulations that limit STR operations to the host’s primary residence for a maximum of 120 days per year, barring rent-stabilized apartments from being used as STRs.
For more detailed insights into this new regulation, you can visit the original sources of this information at The Real Deal, WestsideToday, and Avalara.
- The Real Deal: Airbnb Operators in LA Will Need Permits From the Police
- Westside Today: Los Angeles City Council Approves Police Permits for Airbnb Hosts and Short-Term Rentals
- Avalara: Los Angeles STR operators must obtain police permits under new law
These sources provide detailed insights into the ordinance and its implications for short-term rental operators in Los Angeles.
