Los Angeles is cracking down on property owners who rent out their homes to professional party throwers, usually in upscale neighborhoods like the Hollywood Hills, where the huge events block the streets and disturb the neighbors. Los Angeles Councilmember David Ryu said in a statement Wednesday that “the problem of residential homes being used as de facto nightclubs has been growing for years. It’s not just a nuisance in otherwise quiet neighborhoods — it is a real danger.” Now, hosts and homeowners responsible for unruly parties could be fined up to $8,000 under a city-council approved ordinance that escalates penalties. Last year, the city attorney brought charges against a homeowner and property manager over “out-of-control nuisance houses” that are used every few weeks for parties attended by hundreds of people.
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