Dane, Wisconsin

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Dane County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 5.5%
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Dane County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/17/2026
5.5%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT5.5%

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes — varies by municipality; must check with municipal or township clerk

Official Sources

publichealthmdc.com/environmental-health/licensing-permits/places-to-stay/short-term-rentals
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 17, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Dane, Wisconsin

Dane, Wisconsin has no separate city ordinance, so Dane County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 5.5% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Dane, Wisconsin?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Dane, Wisconsin.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Dane?

A short-term rental permit is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Dane?

Short-term rentals in Dane are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 5.5%.

Where do these Dane short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Dane's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Dane, Dane County, or Wisconsin authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.