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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Reedsburg, WI

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

STRs (Tourist Rooming Houses) must be at least 250 feet from other TRHs or bed-and-breakfasts. Occupancy is limited to two persons per bedroom plus two additional persons. Owners may operate only one non-owner-occupied TRH; otherwise, the property must be owner-occupied. One on-site, off-street paved parking space is required.

How to Obtain a Permit

1. Obtain a Tourist Rooming House license from Sauk County Environmental Health by submitting an application and $190 fee. 2. Schedule and pass a pre-inspection conducted by a county sanitarian. 3. Register with the Reedsburg Clerk-Treasurer's office to pay room taxes and undergo annual reviews by the Building Inspector.

Official Resources

Official Reedsburg STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Reedsburg, WI?
STRs (Tourist Rooming Houses) must be at least 250 feet from other TRHs or bed-and-breakfasts. Occupancy is limited to two persons per bedroom plus two additional persons. Owners may operate only one non-owner-occupied TRH; otherwise, the property must be owner-occupied. One on-site, off-street paved parking space is required.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Reedsburg?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Reedsburg. 1. Obtain a Tourist Rooming House license from Sauk County Environmental Health by submitting an application and $190 fee. 2. Schedule and pass a pre-inspection conducted by a county sanitarian. 3. Register with the Reedsburg Clerk-Treasurer's office to pay room taxes and undergo annual reviews by the Building Inspector.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Reedsburg?
1. Obtain a Tourist Rooming House license from Sauk County Environmental Health by submitting an application and $190 fee. 2. Schedule and pass a pre-inspection conducted by a county sanitarian. 3. Register with the Reedsburg Clerk-Treasurer's office to pay room taxes and undergo annual reviews by the Building Inspector.

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