Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Vermilion County, IL

Vacation rentals are defined as non-owner-occupied dwellings with six or fewer sleeping rooms. Operators must comply with health, fire, and building codes, maintain insurance, and provide a local contact; B&Bs are limited to five rooms and must be operator-occupied.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Vermilion County. 1. Submit a completed Bed and Breakfast/Vacation Rental application and $50 annual fee to the City Clerk. 2. Provide supporting documents including proof of insurance and compliance with health/fire codes. 3. Pass required inspections by city personnel before the license is issued (licenses expire annually on May 1).

1. Submit a completed Bed and Breakfast/Vacation Rental application and $50 annual fee to the City Clerk. 2. Provide supporting documents including proof of insurance and compliance with health/fire codes. 3. Pass required inspections by city personnel before the license is issued (licenses expire annually on May 1).