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Ottawa, IL local landlord rules

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Last reviewed 2026-10-16

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Short-term rentals (Airbnb)Short-term rentals must be licensed, permitted or registered with the city.

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Short-term rentals (Airbnb)

Short-term rentals must be licensed, permitted or registered with the city. The code states: "Beginning January 1, 2025, it is unlawful for any person to conduct, keep, manage, rent, advertise, or operate or cause to be conducted, kept, managed, rented, advertised, or operated any dwelling unit as a short-term rental without a valid license issued by the city" (§ 26-603).

Verified Source: Ottawa Code of Ordinances § 26-603 · last checked 2026-10-16

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