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Sister Bay

Wisconsin · United States
Active
Last updated: 2026-07-24  ·  Last verified: 2026-07-24  ·  Region: US

At a Glance — Sister Bay Airbnb & STR Rules

RuleDetails
Regulatory StatusPermitted with registration
PenaltiesN/A — bedroom cap ruled unenforceable
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Sister Bay Airbnb & Vacation Rental Regulation Overview

Sister Bay Short-Term Rental Regulations Overview

Short-term rental operations in Sister Bay, Wisconsin are permitted under an active regulatory framework as of 2026.

Penalties for Non-Compliance in Sister Bay

Hosts who fail to comply with Sister Bay's short-term rental regulations may face enforcement action. N/A — bedroom cap ruled unenforceable.

Full Regulatory Details

Regulatory Status
Active
Compliance Notes
Following the Wisconsin Court of Appeals ruling on July 14, 2026, Sister Bay's four-bedroom cap on short-term rentals is no longer enforceable. STR hosts in Sister Bay may now operate without the bedroom restriction previously imposed by the village ordinance. However, other STR rules in Sister Bay may remain in effect; hosts should verify the full status of local regulations. The ruling establishes that Wisconsin's Right to Rent law (Wis. Stat. §66.1014) preempts local bedroom-count restrictions on STRs — a precedent that may affect similar ordinances across Wisconsin.
Effective Date
2026-07-14 (court ruling date)
Key Notes
• Wisconsin Court of Appeals struck down Sister Bay's 4-bedroom STR cap on July 14, 2026. • Court ruled the cap is preempted by Wisconsin Right to Rent law (§66.1014). • Decision reverses Door County circuit court; precedent may invalidate similar bedroom limits in other Wisconsin municipalities. • STR hosts should confirm what remaining local rules apply while the village decides its next steps.
Penalties
N/A — bedroom cap ruled unenforceable
Additional Context
The case was litigated by Wisconsin Institute for Law & Liberty (WILL) on behalf of STR owners. The Green Bay Press-Gazette reported the ruling on July 15, 2026. The decision may have statewide implications for any Wisconsin municipality that has imposed bedroom count caps on short-term rentals under local ordinance.
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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Airbnb legal in Sister Bay?

Yes, Airbnb and short-term rentals are legal in Sister Bay with proper registration and permits. Following the Wisconsin Court of Appeals ruling on July 14, 2026, Sister Bay's four-bedroom cap on short-term rentals is no longer enforceable. STR hosts in Sister Bay may now operate without the bedr

What are the penalties for illegal Airbnb hosting in Sister Bay?

Hosts who operate without proper permits in Sister Bay may face enforcement. N/A — bedroom cap ruled unenforceable.

What are the key STR compliance requirements in Sister Bay?

• Wisconsin Court of Appeals struck down Sister Bay's 4-bedroom STR cap on July 14, 2026. • Court ruled the cap is preempted by Wisconsin Right to Rent law (§66.1014). • Decision reverses Door County circuit court; precedent may invalidate similar bedroom limits in other Wisconsin municipalities. • STR hosts should confirm what remaining local rules apply while the village decides its next steps.

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