T1 and T2 residential STR permits require the permitted operator to be physically present in the dwelling unit during guest stays, prohibiting unhosted whole-home rentals in residential neighborhoods.
Code Section 26-617 requires the named operator on a residential STR permit to be physically present in the dwelling overnight for the duration of any paid stay. The rule applies to T1 (one-to-four-unit owner-occupied) and T2 (large residential) permits. Hosts may rent up to half of bedrooms, with maximum two adults per bedroom. Property managers and corporate owners cannot satisfy the presence requirement. Code Enforcement uses utility records, neighbor complaints, and platform listing audits to verify compliance.
Documented absentee operation revokes the STR permit, imposes $500 daily fines, and may add hotel transient occupancy tax back-assessments through the LA Department of Revenue.
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