Short-term rental properties in unincorporated Cook County must comply with Chapter 30, Article V noise provisions. Guests and operators are subject to the same noise standards as all residents. Cook County maintains a 24/7 complaint hotline.
Short-term rental operators in unincorporated Cook County are responsible for ensuring guests comply with all applicable noise ordinances under Chapter 30, Article V. The county's general noise provisions apply equally to STR properties. Cook County has established a 24/7 vacation rental complaint hotline to address community concerns and investigate potential violations. Operators may be held responsible for guest conduct. Repeated noise violations from an STR property may result in license revocation. Illinois EPA noise standards (35 IAC Part 901) also apply: 61 dBA daytime and 51 dBA nighttime for residential areas.
Noise violation at STR: $100–$1,000 fine per offense. License may be revoked for repeated violations. Each day is a separate offense.
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