Inglewood Permit Requirements Rules (2026): What You Need to Know

On July 19, 2022, the Inglewood City Council adopted Ordinance No. 22-15 regulating short-term rental operations under Chapter 8, Article 11 of the Municipal Code. The Housing Protection Department's Short-Term Rental Division (HPSTR) oversees monitoring and enforcement. STRs are permitted in all residential zones and mixed-use zones where residential use is allowed.

To qualify, the property must contain 1 to 4 units on a parcel, be owned by a natural person (not a business entity), and be the owner's primary residence. The host must reside in the dwelling for a minimum of nine months out of each 12-month period. The city processes applications within 60 days and inspects the property to determine maximum occupancy, verify parking capacity, and confirm compliance with health, safety, building, and fire codes.

All hosts must provide basic safety features including fire extinguishers, smoke detectors, and carbon monoxide detectors. A clearly visible notice with evacuation routes and emergency instructions must be provided to guests. The city-issued registration number must appear on all advertising platforms. A Local Contact Person aged 25 or older must be available 24/7 and respond to complaints within 60 minutes.