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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Upper Sandusky, OH

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Operators renting lodging for less than 30 consecutive days are subject to local registration and lodging excise tax: Wyandot County levies a 3% lodging excise tax on rents for transient guests and requires a Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate to be posted on the premises; the City of Upper Sandusky municipal code requires vendors furnishing lodging to register with the Tax Commissioner within 30 days.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Within 30 days of starting, register with the Wyandot County Auditor to obtain and post the 'Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate'. 2) Register with the City Tax Commissioner per Ordinance 185.05. 3) File monthly lodging tax returns and remit the 3% county tax by the last day of each month.

Official Resources

Official Upper Sandusky STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Upper Sandusky, OH?
Operators renting lodging for less than 30 consecutive days are subject to local registration and lodging excise tax: Wyandot County levies a 3% lodging excise tax on rents for transient guests and requires a Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate to be posted on the premises; the City of Upper Sandusky municipal code requires vendors furnishing lodging to register with the Tax Commissioner within 30 days.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Upper Sandusky?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Upper Sandusky. 1) Within 30 days of starting, register with the Wyandot County Auditor to obtain and post the 'Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate'. 2) Register with the City Tax Commissioner per Ordinance 185.05. 3) File monthly lodging tax returns and remit the 3% county tax by the last day of each month.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Upper Sandusky?
1) Within 30 days of starting, register with the Wyandot County Auditor to obtain and post the 'Transient Occupancy Registration Certificate'. 2) Register with the City Tax Commissioner per Ordinance 185.05. 3) File monthly lodging tax returns and remit the 3% county tax by the last day of each month.

Disclaimer

This information is for general reference only and may not reflect the most current regulations. STR regulations change frequently. Always verify requirements with official local government sources before operating a short-term rental.

Last verified: March 2026 · Suggest a correction