Skokie, Illinois

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Cook County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredMin Stay: 5
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
5Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay5
Max Nights Per Year29 consecutive nights per stay maximum
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

skokie.gov/1661/Short-Term-Rentals
Data confidence: 92%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Skokie, Illinois

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Skokie, Illinois are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Skokie, Illinois?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Skokie, Illinois.

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Skokie?

Yes — Skokie sets a minimum stay of 5 nights and a cap of 29 rental nights per year.

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

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