Marion, Illinois

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Williamson 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$250 annual license fee per property plus $50 inspection fee
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

cityofmarionil.gov/building-and-code-services/
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Marion, Illinois

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Marion, Illinois are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $250 annual license fee per pr).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Marion, Illinois?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $250 annual license fee per pr.

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

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