Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Portage County

Conditional

STR Status

Permit: RequiredOwner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • permitted use if owner-occupied; conditional use permit required if non-owner-occupied

Official Sources

Data confidence: 88%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Stevens Point, Wisconsin

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Stevens Point, Wisconsin are allowed under certain conditions. Operators must obtain a permit. The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Stevens Point, Wisconsin?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed under certain conditions in Stevens Point, Wisconsin. The property must be owner-occupied.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Stevens Point?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

Where do these Stevens Point short-term rental rules come from?

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