Carol Stream, Illinois

Short-Term Rental Regulations — DuPage County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$75 per single family dwelling unit; $100 per apartment/multi-family building
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 / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/carolstream/latest/carolstream_il/0-0-0-13220
Data confidence: 85%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Carol Stream, Illinois

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Carol Stream, Illinois are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $75 per single family dwelling).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Carol Stream, Illinois?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Carol Stream?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $75 per single family dwelling.

Where do these Carol Stream short-term rental rules come from?

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