Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Prescott, WI

Airbnb listings are allowed in Prescott, WI, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals (STRs) are allowed but require a City license, a Wisconsin Tourist Rooming House license, and a state seller's permit. Operational standards include maintaining a guest register for one year, displaying the license inside the main entrance, and adhering to Pierce County's limit of 10 guests (2 per bedroom) and neighbor notification requirements. 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.

Short-term rentals (STRs) are allowed but require a City license, a Wisconsin Tourist Rooming House license, and a state seller's permit. Operational standards include maintaining a guest register for one year, displaying the license inside the main entrance, and adhering to Pierce County's limit of 10 guests (2 per bedroom) and neighbor notification requirements.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Prescott. 1. File a completed application form with the City Clerk along with a non-refundable fee. 2. Provide a copy of a Wisconsin Lodging Establishment Inspection form (dated within one year) and a current state Seller's Permit. 3. Licenses are issued for one year (July 1 to June 30) and must be renewed annually.

1. File a completed application form with the City Clerk along with a non-refundable fee. 2. Provide a copy of a Wisconsin Lodging Establishment Inspection form (dated within one year) and a current state Seller's Permit. 3. Licenses are issued for one year (July 1 to June 30) and must be renewed annually.

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