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Calumet City, IL local landlord rules

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State law also applies. See Illinois landlord-tenant law.

Last reviewed 2026-10-16

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Rental licensing / registrationIn Calumet City, a landlord needs a crime-free rental license from the city before a rental unit can be rented or occupied (§ 54-2221).
Short-term rentals (Airbnb)In Calumet City, a short-term rental needs a license from the city before it can operate (§ 54-1351).

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Rental licensing / registration

In Calumet City, a landlord needs a crime-free rental license from the city before a rental unit can be rented or occupied (§ 54-2221). Code text: "No landlord shall rent, lease or operate a dwelling unit unless a valid crime-free residential rental license has been issued by the Calumet City Crime-free Housing Department."

Verified Source: Calumet City, IL Code of Ordinances § 54-2221 · last checked 2026-10-16

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Short-term rentals (Airbnb)

In Calumet City, a short-term rental needs a license from the city before it can operate (§ 54-1351). Code text: "It shall be unlawful to conduct or operate a short-term rental for hire without a license."

Verified Source: Calumet City, IL Code of Ordinances § 54-1351 · last checked 2026-10-16

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