Urbana, IL local landlord rules

Rental licensing / registration

Yes. It is unlawful to lease or operate a rental property without registering it with the City building official under the Rental Registration and Inspection Program. Registration expires October 14 each year, and renewal applications are due at least 30 days before it expires. Nursing homes, hotels and motels, public housing and university-certified housing are exempt.

Verified Source: Urbana City Code §§ 12.5-28, 12.5-30, 12.5-31 (Browser transcription) · last checked 2026-10-15