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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Ozaukee County, WI

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

County public-health ordinance and Washington-Ozaukee Public Health require licensing for hotels, motels, tourist rooming houses (typically 1–4 sleeping units) and bed & breakfasts. Local municipalities within Ozaukee County may impose additional zoning-based restrictions or separate STR permits, such as Mequon's requirements for minimum two-night stays and occupancy limits.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) Submit the Washington-Ozaukee Public Health lodging/license application and applicable fee (e.g., $421 for a Tourist Rooming House). 2) Schedule and pass the required inspection/pre-inspection by the Health Department. 3) Obtain any required municipal short-term rental permit where applicable (e.g., City of Mequon requires a separate $60 permit).

Official Resources

Official Ozaukee County STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Ozaukee County, WI?
County public-health ordinance and Washington-Ozaukee Public Health require licensing for hotels, motels, tourist rooming houses (typically 1–4 sleeping units) and bed & breakfasts. Local municipalities within Ozaukee County may impose additional zoning-based restrictions or separate STR permits, such as Mequon's requirements for minimum two-night stays and occupancy limits.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Ozaukee County?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Ozaukee County. 1) Submit the Washington-Ozaukee Public Health lodging/license application and applicable fee (e.g., $421 for a Tourist Rooming House). 2) Schedule and pass the required inspection/pre-inspection by the Health Department. 3) Obtain any required municipal short-term rental permit where applicable (e.g., City of Mequon requires a separate $60 permit).
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Ozaukee County?
1) Submit the Washington-Ozaukee Public Health lodging/license application and applicable fee (e.g., $421 for a Tourist Rooming House). 2) Schedule and pass the required inspection/pre-inspection by the Health Department. 3) Obtain any required municipal short-term rental permit where applicable (e.g., City of Mequon requires a separate $60 permit).

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