Library Policies - Circulation

The Library issues free library cards to all eligible residents of the library district who are three years of age or older. Residents are required to show identification at the time of registration showing current address; a driver's license, utility bill, or voter's registration card are examples of proof of residency.  Please call ahead to verify that you reside in the Prospect Heights Public Library District.

Children under high school age must have a parent or guardian sign their application. Once a student enters high school, a library card may be issued without a parent's signature. The student must show identification showing proof of current address.

Prospect Heights Public Library District cards are honored by member libraries of the North Suburban Library System and by most public libraries in Illinois. Some libraries, however, restrict audiovisual materials and set a limit on the number of items loaned to users from other libraries.

Loan Periods

• 3 week loans: Most Books, CDs & Magazines
• 2 week loans: Popular New Books
• 1 week loans: DVDs and Bestsellers

Renewals and Holds

• Most materials may be renewed and placed on hold in person, via computer, or by calling the library uring regular business hours. For renewals, please have your library card number available. For holds, please know the title and author.
• Items may also be renewed using the Automated Renewal System by calling (847) 590-8706. Please have your library card available.
• An item can be renewed one time unless there is another request for the item.

Overdues

• 10¢ per day for most library materials, up to $10.00.
• $1.00 per day for DVDs, up to $10.00
• Full price of lost items will be charged plus a processing fee.

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