Howard, 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 6/8/2026
180Annual Cap

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$500 initial and renewal; $250 each additional unit; $100 re-inspection; $100 Property Manager Permit
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayfewer than 29 consecutive days
Max Nights Per Year180
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Howard, Wisconsin

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Howard, Wisconsin are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $500 initial and renewal; $250).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Howard, Wisconsin?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $500 initial and renewal; $250.

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

Yes — Howard sets a minimum stay of 29 nights and a cap of 180 rental nights per year.

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

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