Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Woodstock, IL

Bed & Breakfast (B&B) establishments must be operator-occupied with no more than five guest rooms; guests may not exceed 15 consecutive days. Requirements include compliance with state B&B law, NFPA 13D fire protection, and off-street parking (one space per guest room plus two for the dwelling).

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Woodstock. 1) Apply for a Bed & Breakfast special use permit through the City’s Community Development/Building & Planning Department; 2) Obtain the City-issued B&B license after approval and demonstrate compliance with standards (guest register, NFPA 13D fire protection, off-street parking); 3) Coordinate building/fire inspections and pay applicable fees (contact 815-338-4305).

1) Apply for a Bed & Breakfast special use permit through the City’s Community Development/Building & Planning Department; 2) Obtain the City-issued B&B license after approval and demonstrate compliance with standards (guest register, NFPA 13D fire protection, off-street parking); 3) Coordinate building/fire inspections and pay applicable fees (contact 815-338-4305).