Hillsboro, Wisconsin

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Richland County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026
200 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap200 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

hillsborowi.com/permits-licenses-forms/
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Hillsboro, Wisconsin

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Hillsboro, Wisconsin are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Hillsboro, Wisconsin?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

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

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