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Peoria

Permissive
IllinoisUpdated Mar 17, 2026
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Summary

Plain-english overview

Short-term rentals in Peoria are defined as stays under 30 days and require an annual license, safety inspections, and the collection of an 8% municipal room tax.

Restriction level

Severity 0
Classification
Permissive
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Severity

Why this classification

  • Permit required
  • Reporting required
  • Safety standards required
  • No night cap
  • No primary residence requirement
  • Low permit fee

In plain English

What this means for you

To operate a short-term rental in Peoria, you must obtain an annual license for $75 per unit and pass a health and safety inspection. While owner-occupied rentals are allowed by right in most residential zones, non-owner occupied units often require a Special Use Permit from the city. You are also responsible for collecting and remitting an 8% city tax and state-level hotel taxes.

At a glance

Key numbers
Permit requiredYes
Night limitNone
Primary residenceNot required
Total tax rate0.1%
Permit fee$75
Processing time30-45 days
Max fine$2,500

4 things hosts often miss

Common compliance gaps
  1. 1Non-owner occupied units in Single-Family (R-1/R-2) zones require a Special Use Permit.
  2. 2Taxes are generally due annually by January 31st at the time of license renewal.
  3. 3The 8% municipal tax applies to stays of 29 days or less; stays 30+ days are exempt.
  4. 4Neighborhood notification of the STR operation is often required during the permit process.

Regulation details

Sourced from official code
Eligibility4 rules
  • Peoria does NOT require the property to be a primary residence. Investment properties are allowed.
  • Peoria allows STRs in the following property types: Single Family, Condo, Duplex, Townhouse, Multi-Family.
  • Peoria: Your HOA can prohibit short-term rentals even if the city allows them. Check your CC&Rs before applying.
  • Peoria: You can have a co-host or property manager help manage your listing.
Requirements12 rules
  • Peoria: A fire inspection may be required before you can operate. Schedule early as this can delay your start date.
  • Peoria STR warning: Neighborhood notification of the STR operation is often required during the permit process.
  • Peoria: Neighborhood notification of the STR operation is often required during the permit process.
Application process7 rules
  • Step-by-step guide to get an STR permit in Peoria: Step 1: Verify Zoning and Ownership - Confirm if your property is in a zone where STRs are permitted by right (owner-occupied) or if you need a Special Use Permit (non-owner occupied). Documents needed: Property Deed. Estimated time: 1 week. More info: https://www.peoriagov.org/244/Zoning Step 2: Register Property as Non-Owner Occupied - If the property is not your primary residence, you must register it with the city as a non-owner occupied unit. Documents needed: Contact info, Proof of ownership. Estimated time: 1-2 weeks. Cost: 75. More info: https://www.peoriagov.org/FormCenter/Finance-Accounts-Receivable-6/NonOwner-Occupied-Property-Registration-48 Step 3: Apply for STR Property License - Submit the specific Short-Term Rental license application via the city's online portal. Documents needed: Floor plan, License application form. Estimated time: 2-3 weeks. Cost: 75. More info: https://www.peoriagov.org/1071/Property-Registration Step 4: Pass Safety Inspection - Schedule and pass a fire and building safety inspection to ensure compliance with city codes. Estimated time: 1-2 weeks. More info: https://www.peoriagov.org/DocumentCenter/View/1154/Rental-Self-Inspection-Form-PDF
Fees & costs1 rule
  • Peoria charges a registration fee of $75 (annual).
Taxes3 rules
  • Peoria: Taxes are generally due annually by January 31st at the time of license renewal.
  • Peoria charges a Municipal Hotel/Motel/Room Rental Tax of 0.08%. This applies to stays under 30 days. Hosts are responsible for collecting and remitting this tax. Note: Taxes must be remitted directly to the city via the online portal, often annually at license renewal.
Limits & restrictions4 rules
  • Peoria occupancy calculation: 2 per bedroom + 2, total not to exceed 8. Count your bedrooms to determine your max guest limit.
  • Peoria limits STRs to a maximum of 8 guests. Formula: 2 per bedroom + 2, total not to exceed 8
  • Peoria limits stays to a maximum of 29 nights.
  • Peoria enforces quiet hours: 10pm-7am.
Safety requirements1 rule
  • Peoria requires the following safety measures for STRs: smoke detectors, CO detectors, fire extinguisher, fire inspection, posted maximum occupancy, posted emergency contact, Egress windows (min 5.7 sq ft), Interconnected smoke detectors, Fire safety plan posted, Floor plans indicating 2 ways out.
Penalties2 rules
  • Peoria enforces the following penalties for STR violations: First offense: Warning / Fine of $100-$250. Second offense: $750 per day. Third offense: $2500 fine. Daily fine: $750 per day of unlicensed operation. Maximum fine: 2500. Permit may be revoked for violations.
  • Peoria: Repeated violations can result in permanent permit revocation. You would lose the ability to operate any STR.
Exemptions3 rules
  • Peoria: Rentals of 30+ days are generally NOT considered short-term rentals and may be exempt from STR regulations (but may have other requirements).
  • Peoria exempts the following from STR regulations: long-term rentals (30+ days), extended stays, Owner-occupied duplex units where owner lives on-site.
  • Peoria: The 8% municipal tax applies to stays of 29 days or less; stays 30+ days are exempt.

How to get permitted

Step-by-step guide for Peoria

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Step 1

Verify Zoning and Ownership

Confirm if your property is in a zone where STRs are permitted by right (owner-occupied) or if you need a Special Use Permit (non-owner occupied).

1 weekFree
Documents needed
  • Property Deed
Official resource
Step 2

Register Property as Non-Owner Occupied

If the property is not your primary residence, you must register it with the city as a non-owner occupied unit.

1-2 weeks$75
Documents needed
  • Contact info
  • Proof of ownership
Official resource
Step 3

Apply for STR Property License

Submit the specific Short-Term Rental license application via the city's online portal.

2-3 weeks$75
Documents needed
  • Floor plan
  • License application form
Official resource
Step 4

Pass Safety Inspection

Schedule and pass a fire and building safety inspection to ensure compliance with city codes.

1-2 weeksFree
Official resource

Frequently asked questions

4 answered

Disclaimer

Regulatory information is AI-researched from public city/county codes for educational purposes. Details may be outdated or incomplete. Always verify requirements directly with your city/county planning department before operating a short-term rental.

Researched & verified by Learn STR at GoStudioM

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