McFarland, Wisconsin

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Dane County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Tax: 8%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/9/2026
no maximumAnnual Cap
8%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified
License Cost$500 initial; $100 + $100 fire inspection renewal
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Yearno maximum
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT8%

Official Sources

mcfarland.wi.us/faq.aspx?TID=17
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 9, 2026

Short-term rental rules in McFarland, Wisconsin

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in McFarland, Wisconsin are allowed with a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 8% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in McFarland, Wisconsin?

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

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

The fee is $500 initial; $100 + $100 fire.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in McFarland?

Short-term rentals in McFarland are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 8%.

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

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