Hobart, Wisconsin

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Brown County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
180Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$200 initial/renewal; $150 per additional unit; $100 property manager license
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year180
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Hobart, Wisconsin

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Hobart, Wisconsin are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $200 initial/renewal; $150 per).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Hobart, Wisconsin?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $200 initial/renewal; $150 per.

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

Yes — Hobart sets a cap of 180 rental nights per year.

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

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