Hayward, Wisconsin

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Sawyer County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
County-level data: No city-specific ordinance found. Showing regulations for Sawyer County which apply to this area.
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/16/2026

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

Minimum Night Stayfewer than 30 consecutive days
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

sawyercountygov.org/DocumentCenter/View/36735/TRH114941-updated-3_21_24
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Hayward, Wisconsin

Hayward, Wisconsin has no separate city ordinance, so Sawyer County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Hayward, Wisconsin?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Hayward?

Yes — Hayward sets a minimum stay of 30 nights.

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

These details are verified against Hayward'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 Hayward, Sawyer County, or Wisconsin authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.