Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Oxford, WI

STRs (Tourist Rooming Houses) must be licensed by both the Zoning and Health Departments. Requirements include maintaining property insurance, holding a WI DOR Seller's Permit, and complying with POWTS (septic) standards if not on public sewer. Occupancy limits are determined during inspection and may be restricted by septic system capacity.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Oxford. 1. Submit a completed Tourist Rooming House application to the Planning & Zoning Department with the required fee, floor/site plans, proof of insurance, and a WI DOR Seller's Permit. 2. Obtain a lodging license from the Rural Environmental Health Alliance (REHA). 3. Schedule and pass a coordinated inspection by both Zoning and Health Department personnel. Licenses are biennial and renew on July 1st.

1. Submit a completed Tourist Rooming House application to the Planning & Zoning Department with the required fee, floor/site plans, proof of insurance, and a WI DOR Seller's Permit. 2. Obtain a lodging license from the Rural Environmental Health Alliance (REHA). 3. Schedule and pass a coordinated inspection by both Zoning and Health Department personnel. Licenses are biennial and renew on July 1st.