Lake Bluff, Illinois

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Lake County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $250
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$250License Cost

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$250
Renewalannual
Permit Cap6 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap6
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

lakebluff.org/departments-services/administration/965-short-term-rental-license-registry
Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Lake Bluff, Illinois

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Lake Bluff, Illinois are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $250). The home must be the host's primary residence.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Lake Bluff, Illinois?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Lake Bluff, Illinois. The home must be the host's primary residence.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lake Bluff?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $250.

Where do these Lake Bluff short-term rental rules come from?

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