Who uses the Short-Term Home Rental Registration?

A homeowner seeking a new or renewed West Chicago license for an eligible short-term home rental uses this registration.

What information does the registration ask for?

It asks for applicant and property details, housing unit type, hosting platforms, and secondary emergency contact information. It also includes a space for a special use permit ordinance number when applicable.

Do I need a notary for the Short-Term Home Rental Registration?

No. The registration is signed and dated without a notary, and it does not identify an attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.

How do I submit the registration?

The document does not provide submission instructions. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

West Chicago, IL · DuPage County

No notary required

Short-Term Home Rental Registration

West Chicago homeowners use this registration to apply for or renew a license to operate a short-term home rental.

What this form is

Homeowners must obtain a Short-Term Home Rental License before advertising a rental, and the city requires an inspection before issuing the license. The registration asks for applicant and property details, housing unit type, hosting platforms, and an emergency contact. Attached requirements explain eligibility, rental limits, and other operating rules; attached text does not specify other documents to submit.

Who needs it

A homeowner seeking a new or renewed license for an eligible short-term home rental in West Chicago should complete this registration.

How to submit it

Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

About notarization

This registration is signed and dated without a notary; the document does not identify any attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.

How to submit this form

1
Download the Registration
Download the West Chicago Short-Term Home Rental Registration PDF.
2
Complete the Registration
Enter applicant, property, housing unit, hosting platform, and emergency contact information, then sign and date the form.
3
Gather Applicable Details
For an attached or two-family home, include the ordinance number approving the special use permit.
4
Submit to the City
Submit the registration to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Frequently asked questions

Who uses the Short-Term Home Rental Registration?: A homeowner seeking a new or renewed West Chicago license for an eligible short-term home rental uses this registration.
What information does the registration ask for?: It asks for applicant and property details, housing unit type, hosting platforms, and secondary emergency contact information. It also includes a space for a special use permit ordinance number when applicable.
Do I need a notary for the Short-Term Home Rental Registration?: No. The registration is signed and dated without a notary, and it does not identify an attachment or related step that must be notarized or sworn.
How do I submit the registration?: The document does not provide submission instructions. Submit it to the city department named on the form; check the city website for current contact details.

Need something notarized?

This Short-Term Home Rental Registration doesn’t need a notary — but Illinois residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.