Apple River, Illinois

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Jo Daviess County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Jo Daviess County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Single-family homes must obtain a Zoning Certificate before applying for a Guest Accommodations License

Official Sources

jodaviesscountyil.gov/1250/Guest-Accommodations
Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Apple River, Illinois

Apple River, Illinois has no separate city ordinance, so Jo Daviess County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Apple River, Illinois?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Apple River, Illinois.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Apple River?

A short-term rental permit is required.

Where do these Apple River short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Apple River's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Apple River, Jo Daviess County, or Illinois authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.