Short-Term Rental Regulations
in El Segundo, CA

Airbnb listings are allowed in El Segundo, CA, but with restrictions. Home-sharing is allowed only in owner-occupied primary residences (single-family, two-family, and multi-family units where the owner lives in the unit) and is limited to renting one or more bedrooms for stays of 30 consecutive days or less while the host lives on-site. Occupancy is limited to two adults per bedroom (children under 13 excluded from count) and total guests/invitees on the parcel cannot exceed six; accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are not permitted for home sharing; hosts must maintain safety equipment and provide parking at a ratio of at least one space per bedroom. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Home-sharing is allowed only in owner-occupied primary residences (single-family, two-family, and multi-family units where the owner lives in the unit) and is limited to renting one or more bedrooms for stays of 30 consecutive days or less while the host lives on-site. Occupancy is limited to two adults per bedroom (children under 13 excluded from count) and total guests/invitees on the parcel cannot exceed six; accessory dwelling units (ADUs) are not permitted for home sharing; hosts must maintain safety equipment and provide parking at a ratio of at least one space per bedroom.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in El Segundo. 1) Download and complete the Short Term Home Share Rental (STHSR) permit application and Business Tax Registration; submit in person at the Business License counter at City Hall (350 Main Street). 2) Provide proof of ownership and primary residency (host must reside in unit at least 183 nights per year), proof of $1,000,000 liability insurance or platform agreement showing this coverage, and pay the STHSR application fee ($396; renewal $201) plus business license fee ($162.60). 3) After approval, register for Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) within one week and renew permit annually (permits expire at end of calendar year).

1) Download and complete the Short Term Home Share Rental (STHSR) permit application and Business Tax Registration; submit in person at the Business License counter at City Hall (350 Main Street). 2) Provide proof of ownership and primary residency (host must reside in unit at least 183 nights per year), proof of $1,000,000 liability insurance or platform agreement showing this coverage, and pay the STHSR application fee ($396; renewal $201) plus business license fee ($162.60). 3) After approval, register for Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) within one week and renew permit annually (permits expire at end of calendar year).

Vrbo is permitted in El Segundo, CA under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in El Segundo are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for El Segundo. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.