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Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Sheboygan, WI

Last verified: March 2026 · Report an update

Zoning & Conditions

City requires operators to collect room tax, file for an operators permit (Municipal Code §50-32), and register via the Host Compliance portal. Sheboygan County classifies vacation rentals as Tourist Rooming Houses (TRH) for stays under 60 days, requiring a license, pre-inspections, and annual routine inspections; TRHs are generally limited to four units before requiring a hotel license.

How to Obtain a Permit

1) City: Register and apply through the Host Compliance portal, pay a $100 initial fee (and annual renewal fee by July 1), and file quarterly room tax payments. 2) County: Submit a Tourist Rooming House (TRH) application and fee to Sheboygan County Environmental Health, then coordinate a pre-inspection with a sanitarian to receive the license.

Official Resources

Official Sheboygan STR regulation source

Frequently Asked Questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Sheboygan, WI?
City requires operators to collect room tax, file for an operators permit (Municipal Code §50-32), and register via the Host Compliance portal. Sheboygan County classifies vacation rentals as Tourist Rooming Houses (TRH) for stays under 60 days, requiring a license, pre-inspections, and annual routine inspections; TRHs are generally limited to four units before requiring a hotel license.
Is a permit required to operate a short-term rental in Sheboygan?
Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Sheboygan. 1) City: Register and apply through the Host Compliance portal, pay a $100 initial fee (and annual renewal fee by July 1), and file quarterly room tax payments. 2) County: Submit a Tourist Rooming House (TRH) application and fee to Sheboygan County Environmental Health, then coordinate a pre-inspection with a sanitarian to receive the license.
How do I get a short-term rental permit in Sheboygan?
1) City: Register and apply through the Host Compliance portal, pay a $100 initial fee (and annual renewal fee by July 1), and file quarterly room tax payments. 2) County: Submit a Tourist Rooming House (TRH) application and fee to Sheboygan County Environmental Health, then coordinate a pre-inspection with a sanitarian to receive the license.
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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