Lake Arrowhead, Wisconsin

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Adams County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

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

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$300 initial (includes first two-year permit); $150 renewal
Renewalevery 2 years
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

ecode360.com/36128821
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 16, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Lake Arrowhead, Wisconsin

Lake Arrowhead, Wisconsin has no separate city ordinance, so Adams County rules apply — under which short-term rentals are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $300 initial (includes first t).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Lake Arrowhead, Wisconsin?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Lake Arrowhead?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $300 initial (includes first t.

Where do these Lake Arrowhead short-term rental rules come from?

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