Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Milwaukee County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/8/2026
180Annual Cap
50 ftBuffer Distance

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year180
Density / Distance Cap50 ft
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Official Sources

ecode360.com/33298006
Data confidence: 93%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Whitefish Bay, Wisconsin?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Whitefish Bay?

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

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Whitefish Bay?

Yes — Whitefish Bay sets a cap of 180 rental nights per year.

Where do these Whitefish Bay short-term rental rules come from?

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