Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Savanna, IL

Yes — Airbnb and other short-term rentals are allowed in Savanna, IL, but operators must obtain a permit before listing. Vacation rentals are listed as a required CITY LICENSE type; Hotels/Motels and Short Term Vacation Rentals are required to remit the City’s 5% Hotel/Motel tax on a monthly basis. The Hotel Operators' Occupation Tax Act exemption for a 'permanent resident' (occupying 30+ consecutive days) is noted. "Airbnb" is a brand name; the rules on this page apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.). See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Vacation rentals are listed as a required CITY LICENSE type; Hotels/Motels and Short Term Vacation Rentals are required to remit the City’s 5% Hotel/Motel tax on a monthly basis. The Hotel Operators' Occupation Tax Act exemption for a 'permanent resident' (occupying 30+ consecutive days) is noted.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Savanna. 1) Begin a license pre-application or application via the City’s online licensing portal or by phone at Savanna City Hall (815-273-2251). 2) Submit required uploads/documents through the portal as instructed; city staff will assist with additional documentation requirements. 3) Pay fees and complete annual renewal as provided in the portal.

1) Begin a license pre-application or application via the City’s online licensing portal or by phone at Savanna City Hall (815-273-2251). 2) Submit required uploads/documents through the portal as instructed; city staff will assist with additional documentation requirements. 3) Pay fees and complete annual renewal as provided in the portal.

Yes. Vrbo operates under the same short-term rental rules as Airbnb in Savanna, IL, since regulations apply to the rental activity rather than the booking platform. A permit is required before you list on Vrbo or any other platform. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Savanna are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Savanna. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.