Rock Island, Illinois
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Rock Island County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredNot specified
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Parking RequiredYes
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- Permitted in all residential and business zoning districts; prohibited in all other zoning districts
Official Sources
Data confidence: 75%Last updated: June 8, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Rock Island, Illinois
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Rock Island, Illinois are allowed with a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Rock Island, Illinois?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Rock Island, Illinois.
Where do these Rock Island short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Rock Island'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 Rock Island, Rock Island County, or Illinois authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.