Knowledge Base

Vacation Rentals/Airbnb

Contact Person: Nela Saric – propertymaintenance@cityofevanston.org

To obtain a Vacation Rental License the following is required:

• Submit a Vacation Rental License Application
• A pre-approval licensing inspection for life and safety matters of the dwelling
• Approval by the Planning & Development Committee and City Council
• Annual license fee $50.00

Please refer to City Ordinance - Chapter 9_Vacation Rentals for detailed information

To report a property suspected of operating as an unregistered vacation rental call 3-1-1 to submit a Service Request to Property Standards.  

If you are interested in operating a short-term vacation rental, please apply at: cityofevanston.org/vacationrental


Updated 8/15/2024 6:26 PM
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