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Lakewood vs Lancaster

How do night caps rules compare between Lakewood, CA and Lancaster, CA?

Lakewood and Lancaster have similar restriction levels.

Lakewood, CA

Los Angeles County

Heavy Restrictions

LA County's STR Ordinance (adopted April 2024, effective October 2024) caps un-hosted short-term rental stays at 90 nights per calendar year in unincorporated areas. Hosted stays have no annual night cap.

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Lancaster, CA

Los Angeles County

Heavy Restrictions

LA County's STR Ordinance (adopted April 2024, effective October 2024) caps un-hosted short-term rental stays at 90 nights per calendar year in unincorporated areas. Hosted stays have no annual night cap.

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Key Facts Comparison

FactLakewoodLancaster
OrdinanceSTR Ordinance (April 2024)STR Ordinance (April 2024)
Un-hosted Cap90 nights/year90 nights/year
Hosted CapNo limitNo limit
Residency9 months/year minimum9 months/year minimum
First Offense$1,000 fine$1,000 fine

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Lakewood FAQ

How many nights can I rent my home on Airbnb in unincorporated LA County?

If you are not present during the stay (un-hosted), you are limited to 90 nights per calendar year. If you are present (hosted), there is no annual cap on nights.

When did LA County's STR rules take effect?

The Board of Supervisors adopted the ordinance on April 9, 2024. All STR hosts were required to comply by October 7, 2024.

Lancaster FAQ

How many nights can I rent my home on Airbnb in unincorporated LA County?

If you are not present during the stay (un-hosted), you are limited to 90 nights per calendar year. If you are present (hosted), there is no annual cap on nights.

When did LA County's STR rules take effect?

The Board of Supervisors adopted the ordinance on April 9, 2024. All STR hosts were required to comply by October 7, 2024.

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