In response to a recent legal decision, short-term rentals are now allowed in the coastal zone and in commercial zones previously established by the pilot program. 

What is a short-term rental?

Per HBMC 17.04, short-term rental shall mean the rental of a residential dwelling, a dwelling unit, or a room in a dwelling for compensation by way of a rental agreement, lease, license or any other means, whether oral or written to a person or group of persons for temporary overnight accommodations for a period of less than thirty (30) consecutive days. Short-term rentals are also known as "short-term vacation rental" and "vacation rentals." 

How can I legally operate a short-term rental in Hermosa Beach?

Business License

You must have a business license issued by the City to operate a short-term rental. Apply for a business license.

 Transient Occupancy Tax

All short-term rental operators are required to pay Transient Occupancy Tax.

 Allowed Areas

Short-term rentals allowed in the coastal zone and on properties zoned C-2, C-3, SPA 7, or SPA 8 outside of the coastal zone.

Good Neighbor Guidelines

The Good Neighbor Guidelines were created to educate short-term rental owners and guests on the importance of being a good neighbor.