Peoria, IL local landlord rules

Rental licensing / registration

Yes. Unless exempt under § 5-528, every owner of a lot with an occupied or vacant dwelling (one or two units) must file an annual registration statement with the City, naming an authorized local agent. Property must be registered at acquisition or closing, and registration must be renewed each year on or before March 1.

Verified Source: Peoria Code §§ 5-521, 5-522 (Ch. 5, Art. XIII) (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15