West Hollywood residents have noted that a pack of coyote have overtaken the site of an abandoned apartment construction project. Robert Kovacik reports for the NBC4 News at 11 p.m. on Monday, July 27, 2026.
Residents in West Hollywood, particularly those with pets, are on high alert after a pack of coyotes has seemingly taken residence at the site of an abandoned construction project.
“Coyote Condo” is home to several coyotes who’ve taken over an abandoned construction site near the intersection of Romaine Street and North Spaulding Avenue. The bones of what was supposed to be an apartment complex are now an open-air residence for the pack of wild animals.
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WATCH HERE“We call it the West Hollywood Zoo and we're thinking about charging tickets,” Paddy Fallon, who lives in the community, joked.
Cindy Sorlay, another West Hollywood resident, said she’s encountered her furry neighbors at night after parking her car.
“I just kind of went, ‘Shh, shh,’ and kind of got them out of the way,” she said. “They did move and then I was able to walk into my place.”
The city said it’s aware of the coyotes’ residence.
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“The City of West Hollywood has had a comprehensive Coyote Management and Coexistence Plan in place since 2018,” it said in a statement. “The plan emphasizes public education, prevention, and humane coexistence strategies, including guidance on safely hazing coyotes that exhibit habituated behavior. The City's approach prioritizes non-lethal management techniques and ongoing public outreach while working closely with Los Angeles County agencies to monitor coyote activity.”
Giving more context on the abandoned site, the city said the construction project stopped in 2024 and permits for it have since expired. The city said it's now in contact with the property owner's representative to "seek immediate action."
"The city is requiring the property owner to promptly retain a wildlife control operator that specializes in humane wildlife management to assess the site and recommend appropriate next steps," the city said in a statement on Tuesday.
To learn more about the city’s coyote management plan, click here.
About coyotes in Southern California
Some advice from wildlife experts when it comes to coyotes.
- Never feed or attempt to tame coyotes. The result may be deadly conflicts with pets or livestock, or serious injuries to small children.
- Do not leave small children or pets outside unattended.
- Install motion-sensitive lighting around the house.
- Trim ground-level shrubbery to reduce hiding places.
- Be aware that coyotes are more active in the spring, when feeding and protecting their young.
- If followed by a coyote, make loud noises. If this fails, throw rocks in the animal’s direction.
- If a coyote attacks a person, immediately contact the nearest Department of Fish and Wildlife or law enforcement office.
- Put garbage in tightly closed containers that cannot be tipped over.
- Remove sources of water, especially in dry climates.
- Bring pets in at night, and do not leave pet food outside.
- Avoid using bird feeders as they attract rodents and other coyote prey.
- Provide secure enclosures for rabbits, poultry and other livestock.
- Pick up fallen fruit and cover compost piles.
- Ask your neighbors to follow these tips.
