Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Petersburg, IL

Menard County zoning explicitly lists 'Bed and Breakfast establishments' as an authorized use in multiple residential and mixed-use districts and lists 'Motel, hotel' among permitted uses in B-1/B-2 business districts. Lodging uses must meet the county’s bulk standards, including minimum lot area, setbacks, and parking requirements, and operators must comply with building and health inspection requirements.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Petersburg. 1) Confirm the property’s zoning and whether the proposed lodging (B&B, short-term rental, hotel/motel) is a permitted or special use in that district. 2) Submit the required zoning permit or special-use/PUD application and supporting materials to the Menard County Zoning Office. 3) Obtain a Zoning Permit and then an Occupancy Permit from the Zoning Administrator once inspections and compliance are met.

1) Confirm the property’s zoning and whether the proposed lodging (B&B, short-term rental, hotel/motel) is a permitted or special use in that district. 2) Submit the required zoning permit or special-use/PUD application and supporting materials to the Menard County Zoning Office. 3) Obtain a Zoning Permit and then an Occupancy Permit from the Zoning Administrator once inspections and compliance are met.