West Chicago, Illinois

Short-Term Rental Regulations — DuPage County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $50Min Stay: 3Owner Occupancy Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026
$50License Cost
3Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$50
Renewal12 months
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay3
Density / Distance Capno more than one (1) Rental per Owner within the City
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Allowed in single-family detached homes in residentially zoned districts; Special Use Permit required for single-family attached or two-family homes; prohibited in condominiums and apartments

Official Sources

westchicago.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/Short-Term-Home-Rental-Registration-APP.pdf
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in West Chicago, Illinois

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in West Chicago, Illinois are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $50). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in West Chicago, Illinois?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in West Chicago, Illinois. The property must be owner-occupied.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in West Chicago?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $50.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in West Chicago?

Yes — West Chicago sets a minimum stay of 3 nights.

Where do these West Chicago short-term rental rules come from?

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