Elmhurst, Illinois

Short-Term Rental Regulations — DuPage County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$324.00 one-time occupancy permit + $25.00 annually for license
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
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

Official Sources

elmhurst.org/business/short-term_rental_license.php
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Elmhurst, Illinois

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Elmhurst, Illinois are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $324.00 one-time occupancy per).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Elmhurst, Illinois?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $324.00 one-time occupancy per.

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

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