If you are interested in renting out a room, home, second home, investment property or cabin for overnight stays to the general public for a fee there are state and local laws to be considered. 

To apply for a local permit with Pleasant Prairie, complete the Application and include a copy of the license issued by DATCP, if short-term rental is for more than 10 nights each year as defined by Wis. Stats. §97.01(15)(k), with the Application fee of $10.00.  If modifying the existing structure to create the rental, contact the Building Inspection Department and/or Community Development Department for permitting requirements.

Hotel/Motel/Lodging Marketplace/Short-term Rentals Room Tax Permit Application

Submit completed application:
Village Clerk's Office
Village Hall
9915 39th Avenue
Pleasant Prairie, WI  53158
[email protected] 

Several links below will provide access to various websites with information to review prior to applying for a permit with the Village of Pleasant Prairie.

Village of Pleasant Prairie Municipal Code Chapter 320. Link: Chapter 320

Wisconsin Hotel & Lodging Association has prepared a guide “Guide to Renting Out Your Property for Overnight Stay” to assist you in navigating the law and licensing/permitting process.  Website: https://www.wisconsinlodging.org/short-term-rentals.html

Wisconsin Department of Revenue provides information regarding Sales and Room Tax information. Website: https://www.revenue.wi.gov/DOR%20Publications/pb219.pdf

Wisconsin State Statutes Section 66.0615. Link: https://docs.legis.wisconsin.gov/statutes/statutes/66/vi/0615

Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection (DATCP) – licensing for Public Lodging. Website:
 https://datcp.wi.gov/Pages/Licenses_Permits/RecFacLicenses.aspx