Belleville, Illinois

Short-Term Rental Regulations — St. Clair County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $75Min Stay: 1
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$75License Cost
1Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$75
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay1
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Belleville, Illinois

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Belleville, Illinois are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $75).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Belleville, Illinois?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Belleville?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $75.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Belleville?

Yes — Belleville sets a minimum stay of 1 night.

Where do these Belleville short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Belleville'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 Belleville, St. Clair County, or Illinois authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.