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Board considers letting short‑term rentals into rural residential zoning as a special use

5788857 · September 18, 2025
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LaSalle County staff and board members discussed whether to add bed‑and‑breakfasts or Airbnb‑style short‑term rentals as a special use in rural residential areas, including possible minimum stay conditions and zoning limits.

LaSalle County officials discussed adding bed‑and‑breakfasts or short‑term rentals as a possible special use in rural residential areas during the Sept. 17 Zoning Board of Appeals meeting.

Brian Gift, the county's land use director, said the idea arose from a resident — described as a doctor — who wants to use a rural residence as a weekend lodging option when not using the home. Gift said…

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