If you are a property owner in West Hollywood and want to host a guest for compensation for less than 31 days, you must apply for and obtain a Home Sharing Business License.  You are eligible to obtain a Home Sharing Business License only if you own and reside in the unit during your paying guests’ entire stay.  

Please note, all apartments or other rental units where a property owner does not reside in the unit (ADUs or Duplexes) must be rented for a minimum of a 1 year lease. Single family residences, condominiums, or properties that qualify under the Sunset Specific Plan can be rented for initial terms of 31 days or more.

Business License Application

Follow the link below to the registration page.  Please note that this page is only for property owners.
Proof of identity, ownership, and residency must be provided.

Renters are not eligible for Home Sharing Business Licenses.  

Home Sharing Business License Registration Page

Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT)

Home Sharing Licensees are required to pay the requisite Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) (currently 12.5%).  Taxes are paid directly through the Registration and Tax Payment Portal.  TOTs are required to be paid monthly and are due by the last day of the month following the reporting period. (January taxes are due by the end of February, February taxes are due by the end of March, etc.)

Quick Links 

Code regulating the operations of Home Sharing