Orange County Grand Jury • 2024-2025 • Agency Response
Response to: Long-Term Solutions to Short-Term Rentals 05/22/2

Est. 1925 Administration City of La Habra*

Published: August 04, 2025 3 pages
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Note: Missing finding numbers detected: F4, F5, F6, F7, F8, F9, F10, F11

Findings and Recommendations 4 findings

F1
Despite the increasing media coverage of Online Booking Agencies (OBAs), STRs are not a new phenomenon in Orange County. Response: This City AGREES with this finding. Explanation: The City acknowledges that vacation rentals have existed for many decades in Orange County. The rise of Online Booking Agencies has increased the visibility and accessibility of STRs.
No recommendations for this finding
F2
The steady growth of STR usage in the last decade raises concerns of potential public nuisance. Response: This City AGREES with this finding. Explanation: The City of La Habra concurs that the growth of STRs can lead to concerns about public nuisance, including noise, parking, and trash. The City's ban on STRs is intended to mitigate such potential nuisances within its residential communities.
No recommendations for this finding
F3
Even with robust Code Enforcement, a city's statutory ban on STRs is not enough to keep STRs from operating. Response: This City AGREES with this finding. Explanation: The City recognizes the challenge in fully enforcing an STR ban and acknowledges that some unpermitted STRs may continue to operate despite a ban. The City's Code Enforcement efforts are ongoing to ensure compliance with existing ordinances.
No recommendations for this finding
F12
City leaders have no regular communication with each other concerning STR issues, limiting opportunities to develop strategies and expertise to improve service. Response: This City AGREES with this finding. Explanation: The City of La Habra believes that improved communication and collaboration among Orange County cities on STR issues, even for those with bans, would be beneficial for sharing enforcement strategies and addressing common challenges.
No recommendations for this finding

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