Highland Park, Illinois

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Lake County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified

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

cityhpil.com/government/city_departments/community_development/rental_registration.php

Data confidence: 65%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Highland Park, Illinois

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Highland Park, Illinois are allowed with a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Highland Park, Illinois?

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

Where do these Highland Park short-term rental rules come from?

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