Onalaska, Wisconsin

Short-Term Rental Regulations — La Crosse County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 8%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
8%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$25.00 for 1 year; $30.00 for 2 years
Renewal1 or 2 years
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 / TOT8%

Zoning Restrictions

  • yes - allowed in certain zoning districts only

Official Sources

Data confidence: 96%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Onalaska, Wisconsin

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Onalaska, Wisconsin are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $25.00 for 1 year; $30.00 for ). A lodging/occupancy tax of 8% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Onalaska, Wisconsin?

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

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

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is $25.00 for 1 year; $30.00 for .

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Onalaska?

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

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

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