Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Short-Term Rental Regulations — Manitowoc County
Allowed (Permit Required)
STR Status
Permit: Required
Permit & Licensing
Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified
Owner Requirements
Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified
Limits & Restrictions
Parking RequiredNot specified
Taxes & Fees
Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates
Zoning Restrictions
- Permitted in R-1, R-2, R-3, R-4, R-5, R-6, R-7, B-1 zoning districts
Official Sources
Data confidence: 90%Last updated: June 8, 2026
Short-term rental rules in Manitowoc, Wisconsin
Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Manitowoc, Wisconsin are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.
Frequently asked questions
Are short-term rentals allowed in Manitowoc, Wisconsin?
Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Manitowoc, Wisconsin.
Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Manitowoc?
A short-term rental permit is required.
Where do these Manitowoc short-term rental rules come from?
These details are verified against Manitowoc'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 Manitowoc, Manitowoc County, or Wisconsin authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.