Coyote Condos A pack of coyotes have taken up resident in an unfinished condominium complex in West Hollywood, to the concern of neighbors.

WEST HOLLYWOOD, Calif. - A pack of coyotes has taken up residence in an unfinished condominium complex in West Hollywood, prompting safety concerns among nearby residents and action from city officials, amid a broader rise in sightings across parts of Los Angeles County.

Residents near the intersection of Romaine Street and North Spaulding Avenue have nicknamed the stalled construction site the "coyote condo." Neighbors report seeing as many as six animals, including adults and pups, lounging on second- and third-floor balconies, moving through the open structure, and roaming sidewalks and streets in the area. Construction on the planned multi-unit residential project halted in 2024, and the city's permits have since expired, leaving the site vacant for years.

Videos and photos shared by locals show the animals basking in the sun during the day and becoming more active at night. Residents describe frequent howling that disrupts sleep, along with close encounters. One neighbor reported finding six coyotes near a parked car; another described coming face-to-face with one and later seeing a group that appeared to circle nearby.

Coyote Condos A pack of coyotes have taken up resident in an unfinished condominium complex in West Hollywood, to the concern of neighbors.

"It's kind of interesting to walk out of your apartment and look up and there's a coyote looking at you," said nearby resident Cindy Sorley. Others expressed worry about small pets and children, noting people have begun avoiding walking dogs near the structure.

The City of West Hollywood has acknowledged an increase in coyote sightings citywide since the start of 2026. Officials stated they are in contact with the property owner's representative and are requiring the owner to promptly hire a wildlife control operator specializing in humane management to assess the site and recommend next steps. The city has maintained a Coyote Management and Coexistence Plan since 2018 that emphasizes public education, prevention, non-lethal techniques such as hazing, and coordination with Los Angeles County agencies.

California Department of Fish and Wildlife officials have indicated they become involved only if animals pose a clear threat to public safety. A wildlife rehabber who visited the site identified denning activity consistent with pup-rearing season and noted the animals had found gaps in fencing.

State wildlife officials and local reporting link the wider trend of increased coyote activity across much of Los Angeles County to earlier-than-usual warming this year and the loss of thousands of acres of habitat from the Eaton and Palisades fires in 2025. Those fires displaced wildlife from hillside and canyon areas into more urban and suburban neighborhoods. Sightings and encounters have been reported in areas including Santa Monica (particularly north of Montana Avenue), Beverly Hills, and other communities, where animals have been observed in residential streets and yards.

Coyotes are highly adaptable and have long lived in and around the Los Angeles region. Experts note they primarily prey on small mammals such as rodents, rabbits, and ground squirrels, though they can also take unattended small pets. Attacks on people remain uncommon, but officials advise caution, especially during denning and pup-rearing periods when animals may be more protective or visible.

Recommended precautions from wildlife authorities and local agencies include securing trash and pet food, removing outdoor water sources, keeping small children and pets supervised (particularly at dawn and dusk), installing motion-sensor lighting, and using loud noises or other hazing methods to discourage animals that appear habituated to people. Residents are encouraged not to feed coyotes, as this can increase conflicts.

As of late July 2026, the West Hollywood site remains occupied by the pack while the city pursues enforcement with the property owner. Broader monitoring of coyote activity continues across the county through local and state channels.