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Sturgeon Bay short-term rental rules (2026)

Wisconsin · United States
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These rules apply inside Sturgeon Bay city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
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Market overview

ACTIVEStays under 30 days

Allowed. The only duty is a notice or registration that nobody has to approve.

City STR license fee of $100 is among the lowest in Door County.

Why do places restrict rentals?

Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).

License
Required
Primary residence
Not required
Tax on stays
8%
total, on our records
Night cap
180 days a year

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16 rules on record for Sturgeon Bay, 2 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: sturgeonbaywi.org (official), checked 4 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Sturgeon Bay?

Yes. City STR license fee of $100 is among the lowest in Door County.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Sturgeon Bay?

Yes, a license or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Sturgeon Bay?

8% in total on stays, on our records.

Is there a limit on rental nights in Sturgeon Bay?

Yes: 180 days a year.

When were the Sturgeon Bay rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Sturgeon Bay on 4 Nov 2026.

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