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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in New Lisbon, WI

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals are regulated as 'Tourist Rooming Houses' or 'Bed and Breakfasts.' In New Lisbon, bed-and-breakfasts are conditional uses in residential zones (R-1, R-2, R-3), while hotels and tourist rooms are permitted in business districts. Operators must comply with Juneau County Public Health Ordinance #11B and Wisconsin DATCP ATCP 72 standards, which limit tourist rooming house licenses to 4 units.

How to Obtain a Permit

1. Submit the 'Juneau County Health Department Application for Lodging Permit' to the Wood County Health Department. 2. Pay the required fees, which include a $150.00 pre-licensing inspection fee and a $250.00 license fee for a Tourist Rooming House. 3. Schedule and pass a pre-licensing inspection conducted by the health department.

Official Resources

Official New Lisbon STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in New Lisbon, WI?
Short-term rentals are regulated as 'Tourist Rooming Houses' or 'Bed and Breakfasts.' In New Lisbon, bed-and-breakfasts are conditional uses in residential zones (R-1, R-2, R-3), while hotels and tourist rooms are permitted in business districts. Operators must comply with Juneau County Public Health Ordinance #11B and Wisconsin DATCP ATCP 72 standards, which limit tourist rooming house licenses to 4 units.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in New Lisbon?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in New Lisbon. 1. Submit the 'Juneau County Health Department Application for Lodging Permit' to the Wood County Health Department. 2. Pay the required fees, which include a $150.00 pre-licensing inspection fee and a $250.00 license fee for a Tourist Rooming House. 3. Schedule and pass a pre-licensing inspection conducted by the health department.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in New Lisbon?
1. Submit the 'Juneau County Health Department Application for Lodging Permit' to the Wood County Health Department. 2. Pay the required fees, which include a $150.00 pre-licensing inspection fee and a $250.00 license fee for a Tourist Rooming House. 3. Schedule and pass a pre-licensing inspection conducted by the health department.
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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