Wheeling, Illinois

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Cook County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100 per building plus $50 per additional dwelling unit inspected
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

library.municode.com/il/wheeling/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=TIT4TABURELI_CH4.84REREPR_4.84.050LIAPRE
Data confidence: 60%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Wheeling, Illinois

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Wheeling, Illinois are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100 per building plus $50 per).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Wheeling, Illinois?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100 per building plus $50 per.

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

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