Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Waupaca County, WI

Waupaca County treats short-term rentals as tourist rooming houses subject to state ATCP-72 and county public health licensing. Municipalities like the City of Waupaca, Dayton, and Farmington require annual room tax registration, and zoning/land-use permits or Conditional Use/Site Plan reviews may apply under the County Zoning Ordinance.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Waupaca County. 1) Obtain a lodging/tourist rooming house license from Waupaca County Department of Public Health by submitting an application, fee, and passing an inspection. 2) Register for a municipal Hotel/Motel/Short-Term Rental permit (e.g., $25 annual fee in the City of Waupaca). 3) Apply to Waupaca County Planning & Zoning for a Land Use or Conditional Use Permit if required by the specific location or intensity of use.

1) Obtain a lodging/tourist rooming house license from Waupaca County Department of Public Health by submitting an application, fee, and passing an inspection. 2) Register for a municipal Hotel/Motel/Short-Term Rental permit (e.g., $25 annual fee in the City of Waupaca). 3) Apply to Waupaca County Planning & Zoning for a Land Use or Conditional Use Permit if required by the specific location or intensity of use.