Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Elgin, IL

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb/VRBO) are regulated as rental residential properties. Requirements include mandatory licensing, a zoning compliance inspection within 120 days of issuance, and completion of a landlord training class to qualify for a two-year license extension.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Elgin. 1. Submit a written application and the required fee (e.g., $149 for 1-5 units) to the Code Official. 2. Schedule and pass a licensing inspection, which must occur within 120 days of license issuance. 3. Complete a landlord training class to extend the initial one-year license by an additional two years.

1. Submit a written application and the required fee (e.g., $149 for 1-5 units) to the Code Official. 2. Schedule and pass a licensing inspection, which must occur within 120 days of license issuance. 3. Complete a landlord training class to extend the initial one-year license by an additional two years.