Gardena, CA

When deciding whether to become an Airbnb host, it is important for you to understand the laws in your city. We recommend that you do your own research as this article isn’t fully comprehensive and, as a platform and online marketplace, we do not provide legal or tax advice. Nonetheless, we want to provide resources that may help you better understand the laws and regulations in the City of Gardena. 

This list is not exhaustive, but it may give you a good start in understanding your local laws. If you have questions, you can view the ordinance here, contact the Gardena Economic Development team directly at homesharing@cityofgardena.org or consult a local lawyer or tax professional. You can also refer to the City of Gardena Home–Sharing Rental Permit (HSR) page.

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Short-term rental regulations

Hosts in Gardena are required to obtain a business license and home sharing permit to host short-term stays. See full ordinance here. A few listing types are exempt from registering as short-term rentals:

• These requirements specifically pertain to stays that are 30 days or less
• Application period begins January 1 through February 15 every year
• All Hosts must sign up with the City through their registry

Additional Information

Payment

The fee structure has been adopted and is in effect.

The Home-Sharing Permit Fee is $1,337.00 and collected at the time the permit is issued.

Renewals

• Licenses expire 5 years from the date they are issued
• Business license must be renewed every year
• There will only be 100 permits available every year

Taxes

Airbnb collects and remits these taxes in the City of Gardena; get more information about that process.

Other contracts and rules

It's also important to understand and abide by other contracts or rules that bind you, such as leases, condo board or co-op rules, HOA rules, or rules established by tenant organizations. Please read your lease agreement and check with your landlord if applicable.

Our commitment to your community

We are committed to working with local officials to clarify how local rules impact the community. We will continue to advocate for changes that will enable people to rent out their homes.