Residential Rental Licensing Program

All Residential Rental Properties Require a License


Since 2005 the Residential Rental Licensing Program, created by the City of Rock Island, has proven successful in helping tenants and property owners maintain living conditions and property values throughout the City.

Under the program, all residential rental properties are required to obtain a rental license. Click on the "rental license" to get an application.

This includes, but is not limited to, the following residential rental properties:
  • Multi-Family Apartment Buildings
  • Condominiums, Townhouses, and Coach Homes - not occupied by owner 
  • Single Family Homes - not occupied by owner 
  • Rental units are inspected to ensure that properties are maintained for the health and safety of the residents as well as the community.
Licensing and inspections follow the requirements as specified in the City of Rock Island Code of Ordinances No. 58-2025, requirement and registration of Rental Housing is administered by the Inspection Division.