Middleton, Wisconsin

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Dane County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $100Min Stay: 1
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
$100License Cost
1Min. Night Stay
300 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay1
Max Nights Per Year180 days in any consecutive 365-day period (for stays of more than 6 but fewer than 29 consecutive days); 30 days per permitting year if operator does not occupy residence at time of rental for 1-6 day stays
Density / Distance Cap300 ft
Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

cityofmiddleton.us/DocumentCenter/View/14860
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Middleton, Wisconsin

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Middleton, Wisconsin are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Middleton, Wisconsin?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $100.

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

Yes — Middleton sets a minimum stay of 1 night and a cap of 180 rental nights per year.

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

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