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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Oostburg, WI

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals require a Village license and are subject to state tourist rooming house and seller's permit requirements; unlicensed rentals must be for at least 7 consecutive days, while licensed units allow shorter stays. Occupancy follows Wis. Admin. Code Ch. ATCP 72, and owners must provide on-site parking, maintain liability insurance, keep a guest register, and designate a local property manager if residing more than 35 miles away.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) File a completed application with the Village Clerk and pay the nonrefundable fee. 2) Attach required documents including a state tourist rooming house license, recent inspection report, proof of liability insurance, seller's permit, and a scaled parking diagram. 3) Licenses are issued for a July 1–June 30 term; renewals must be filed at least 90 days prior to expiration.

Official Resources

Official Oostburg STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Oostburg, WI?
Short-term rentals require a Village license and are subject to state tourist rooming house and seller's permit requirements; unlicensed rentals must be for at least 7 consecutive days, while licensed units allow shorter stays. Occupancy follows Wis. Admin. Code Ch. ATCP 72, and owners must provide on-site parking, maintain liability insurance, keep a guest register, and designate a local property manager if residing more than 35 miles away.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Oostburg?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Oostburg. 1) File a completed application with the Village Clerk and pay the nonrefundable fee. 2) Attach required documents including a state tourist rooming house license, recent inspection report, proof of liability insurance, seller's permit, and a scaled parking diagram. 3) Licenses are issued for a July 1–June 30 term; renewals must be filed at least 90 days prior to expiration.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Oostburg?
1) File a completed application with the Village Clerk and pay the nonrefundable fee. 2) Attach required documents including a state tourist rooming house license, recent inspection report, proof of liability insurance, seller's permit, and a scaled parking diagram. 3) Licenses are issued for a July 1–June 30 term; renewals must be filed at least 90 days prior to expiration.
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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