Lake Barrington, Illinois
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Lake County
Prohibited
STR Status
Permit: Not Required
10000 ftBuffer Distance
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredNo
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Minimum Night Stay90 days (3 consecutive months)
Density / Distance Cap10000 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Official Sources
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 9, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Lake Barrington, Illinois
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lake Barrington, Illinois are prohibited.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Lake Barrington, Illinois?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are prohibited in Lake Barrington, Illinois.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lake Barrington?
No STR permit is required.
Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Lake Barrington?
Yes — Lake Barrington sets a minimum stay of 90 nights.
Where do these Lake Barrington short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Lake Barrington'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 Lake Barrington, Lake County, or Illinois authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.