Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Sister Bay, WI

Short-term rentals require a resident agent within 30 miles if the owner is not local. Property rules must be provided to guests and neighbors within 300 feet, covering quiet hours (10 PM–10 AM), prohibited fireworks, and firewood transport restrictions. Compliance with parking, refuse, and safety alarm codes is mandatory.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Sister Bay. 1. Obtain a Wisconsin Tourist Rooming House License and a Door County Tourism Zone Commission permit. 2. Submit a completed Village STR application (accepted starting March 1) with a floor plan, site plan, property photos, deed copy, and property rules. 3. Pay the annual fee ($1,500 initial / $1,000 renewal) by check to the Village of Sister Bay.

1. Obtain a Wisconsin Tourist Rooming House License and a Door County Tourism Zone Commission permit. 2. Submit a completed Village STR application (accepted starting March 1) with a floor plan, site plan, property photos, deed copy, and property rules. 3. Pay the annual fee ($1,500 initial / $1,000 renewal) by check to the Village of Sister Bay.