Bloomington, Illinois

Short-Term Rental Regulations — McLean County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 6%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
6%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT6%

Official Sources

bloomingtonil.gov/departments/finance/local-tax-information/short-term-rental-tax
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Bloomington, Illinois

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bloomington, Illinois are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 6% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bloomington, Illinois?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Bloomington?

Short-term rentals in Bloomington are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 6%.

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

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