Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Lodi, WI

Airbnb listings are allowed in Lodi, WI, but with restrictions. STRs require one-year ownership or primary residency affidavit and are limited to one per owner. A 1,000-foot spacing rule applies between rentals, and stays must be at least 2 days, with a 180-day annual cap for rentals under 29 days. Operators must provide a local contact reachable 24/7 who can respond within one hour. 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.

STRs require one-year ownership or primary residency affidavit and are limited to one per owner. A 1,000-foot spacing rule applies between rentals, and stays must be at least 2 days, with a 180-day annual cap for rentals under 29 days. Operators must provide a local contact reachable 24/7 who can respond within one hour.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Lodi. 1. Obtain a State DATCP lodging license and a Columbia County Tourist Rooming House license. 2. Submit a Town Short-Term Rental license application to the Town Clerk with a $250 initial fee ($50 renewal) and proof of ownership/residency. 3. Receive Town Board approval; licenses must be renewed annually by filing 45 days before the May 31 expiration.

1. Obtain a State DATCP lodging license and a Columbia County Tourist Rooming House license. 2. Submit a Town Short-Term Rental license application to the Town Clerk with a $250 initial fee ($50 renewal) and proof of ownership/residency. 3. Receive Town Board approval; licenses must be renewed annually by filing 45 days before the May 31 expiration.

Vrbo is permitted in Lodi, 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 Lodi 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 Lodi. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.