Racine, Wisconsin

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Racine County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredTax: 5%
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
5%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredYes
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT5%

Official Sources

Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Racine, Wisconsin

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Racine, Wisconsin are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The home must be the host's primary residence. A lodging/occupancy tax of 5% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Racine, Wisconsin?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Racine, Wisconsin. The home must be the host's primary residence.

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

A short-term rental permit is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Racine?

Short-term rentals in Racine are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 5%.

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

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