Permit Requirements: Appleton vs Kaukauna
How do permit requirements rules compare between Appleton, WI and Kaukauna, WI?
Appleton and Kaukauna have similar restriction levels.
Appleton, WI
Outagamie County
Appleton regulates STRs with licensing requirements. Lawrence University events and Fox Valley tourism drive demand. Wisconsin Tourist Rooming House license required for STR operators.
View full Appleton rules →Kaukauna, WI
Outagamie County
Kaukauna regulates but cannot ban STRs under WI Act 59 (2017). DATCP tourist rooming house license may be required. WI Stat. §66.1014.
View full Kaukauna rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Appleton | Kaukauna |
|---|---|---|
| License | WI Tourist Rooming House | - |
| Lawrence U | Event demand | - |
| Fox Valley | Regional tourism | - |
| Safety | Inspection required | - |
| Licensing | - | Check Kaukauna rules |
| Bans | - | Prohibited by WI Act 59 |
| DATCP | - | Tourist rooming house license |
| State Law | - | WI Stat. §66.1014 |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Appleton FAQ
Can my city ban STRs?
No. WI Act 59 prohibits cities from banning STRs outright. They can regulate with licensing and safety rules.
Do I need a DATCP license?
Tourist rooming house licensing through DATCP may be required in addition to city permits.
Kaukauna FAQ
Can my city ban STRs?
No. WI Act 59 prohibits cities from banning STRs outright. They can regulate with licensing and safety rules.
Do I need a DATCP license?
Tourist rooming house licensing through DATCP may be required in addition to city permits.
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