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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Sauk City, WI

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

Short-term rentals are regulated as tourist rooming houses and must meet safety standards to ensure the property is adequate for lodging. Operators must comply with both Village of Sauk City Ordinance 2025-3 and Sauk County Environmental Health licensing requirements, which include mandatory annual inspections and guest registration.

How to Obtain a Permit

1. Submit a Tourist Rooming House license application to Sauk County Environmental Health. 2. Schedule and pass a mandatory pre-inspection of the property (one-time $190 fee). 3. Pay the annual license fee ($190) and renew the license each year by July 1st.

Official Resources

Official Sauk City STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Sauk City, WI?
Short-term rentals are regulated as tourist rooming houses and must meet safety standards to ensure the property is adequate for lodging. Operators must comply with both Village of Sauk City Ordinance 2025-3 and Sauk County Environmental Health licensing requirements, which include mandatory annual inspections and guest registration.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Sauk City?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Sauk City. 1. Submit a Tourist Rooming House license application to Sauk County Environmental Health. 2. Schedule and pass a mandatory pre-inspection of the property (one-time $190 fee). 3. Pay the annual license fee ($190) and renew the license each year by July 1st.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Sauk City?
1. Submit a Tourist Rooming House license application to Sauk County Environmental Health. 2. Schedule and pass a mandatory pre-inspection of the property (one-time $190 fee). 3. Pay the annual license fee ($190) and renew the license each year by July 1st.

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