Taxes & Fees: Highland Park vs North Chicago
How do taxes & fees rules compare between Highland Park, IL and North Chicago, IL?
Highland Park and North Chicago have similar restriction levels.
Highland Park, IL
Lake County
STR operators in Highland Park must collect the Illinois 6% Hotel Operators' Occupation Tax and any applicable local hotel taxes. Registration with IDOR required.
View full Highland Park rules →North Chicago, IL
Lake County
STR operators in North Chicago must collect the Illinois 6% Hotel Operators' Occupation Tax. Registration with IDOR required for stays under 30 days.
View full North Chicago rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Highland Park | North Chicago |
|---|---|---|
| State Tax | 6% Hotel Operators' Occupation Tax (35 ILCS 145) | 6% Hotel Operators' Occupation Tax (35 ILCS 145) |
| IDOR | Registration required | Registration required |
| Local Tax | Check with Highland Park Finance Department | Check with North Chicago Finance |
| Platforms | Airbnb auto-collects state tax in most IL jurisdictions | Airbnb auto-collects state tax in most IL jurisdictions |
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Highland Park FAQ
What taxes do I owe on short-term rental income in Highland Park?
STR operators in Highland Park must collect the Illinois 6% Hotel Operators' Occupation Tax and any applicable local hotel taxes. Registration with IDOR required.
How much is the short-term rental license fee in Highland Park?
State Tax: 6% Hotel Operators' Occupation Tax (35 ILCS 145). IDOR: Registration required. Local Tax: Check with Highland Park Finance Department. Platforms: Airbnb auto-collects state tax in most IL jurisdictions.
North Chicago FAQ
What taxes do I owe on short-term rental income in North Chicago?
STR operators in North Chicago must collect the Illinois 6% Hotel Operators' Occupation Tax. Registration with IDOR required for stays under 30 days.
How much is the short-term rental license fee in North Chicago?
State Tax: 6% Hotel Operators' Occupation Tax (35 ILCS 145). IDOR: Registration required. Local Tax: Check with North Chicago Finance. Platforms: Airbnb auto-collects state tax in most IL jurisdictions.
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