ADU Rental Restrictions: Altadena vs Carson
How do adu rental restrictions rules compare between Altadena, CA and Carson, CA?
Altadena, CA
Los Angeles County
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Carson, CA
Los Angeles County
ADUs in Carson cannot be rented for terms shorter than 30 days. Gov. Code §65852.2(a)(6) prohibits short-term rentals of ADUs statewide. Long-term rentals (30+ days) are permitted and subject to AB 1482 statewide rent caps.
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| Fact | Altadena | Carson |
|---|---|---|
| Minimum rental term | - | 30 days (state-mandated by Gov. Code §65852.2(a)(6)) |
| Short-term rentals | - | Prohibited statewide for ADUs |
| Rent control | - | AB 1482 cap of 5% + CPI applies (max 10%/yr) |
| JADU rental | - | Long-term only; owner-occupancy required for SFD or JADU |
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Altadena FAQ
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Carson FAQ
Can I list my Carson ADU on Airbnb?
No. State law (Gov. Code §65852.2(a)(6)) prohibits renting ADUs for terms under 30 days statewide.
Is my ADU subject to rent control?
If it meets AB 1482 criteria (typically buildings 15+ years old that aren't single-family homes sold separately), the 5% + CPI annual cap applies.
Do I have to register my ADU as a rental?
Carson does not have a separate rental registry, but the unit must be permitted and meet the 30-day minimum rental rule.
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