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