Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Clam Lake, WI

Airbnb listings are allowed in Clam Lake, WI, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals are regulated as Tourist Rooming Houses (TRH) under county and state law. Local jurisdictions cannot prohibit rentals of 7+ consecutive days; however, operators renting for more than 10 nights per year must obtain a state DATCP license and a county TRH license. Establishments must meet health and safety standards defined in ATCP 72. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rentals are regulated as Tourist Rooming Houses (TRH) under county and state law. Local jurisdictions cannot prohibit rentals of 7+ consecutive days; however, operators renting for more than 10 nights per year must obtain a state DATCP license and a county TRH license. Establishments must meet health and safety standards defined in ATCP 72.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Clam Lake. 1. Submit the Ashland County TRH/BB Application to the Health Department with the required fees ($155 annual fee + $300 one-time pre-inspection fee for 1-4 rooms). 2. Schedule and pass a mandatory pre-inspection (which includes a well water test). 3. If renting more than 10 nights per year, also obtain a state license from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP).

1. Submit the Ashland County TRH/BB Application to the Health Department with the required fees ($155 annual fee + $300 one-time pre-inspection fee for 1-4 rooms). 2. Schedule and pass a mandatory pre-inspection (which includes a well water test). 3. If renting more than 10 nights per year, also obtain a state license from the Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP).

Vrbo is permitted in Clam Lake, WI under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Clam Lake are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Clam Lake. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.