Madison CHAPTER 114: APARTMENTS AND RENTAL PROPERTY; LODGING § 114.07
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The fee for licensing shall be $25 per year and shall cover the licensing of all rental units owned by a single owner or jointly held by husband and wife, a partnership or corporation. (Ord. 1302, passed 3-27-1996)
Section 114.07 of Madison's Chapter 114 establishes a flat annual licensing fee of $25 for rental property owners. This single fee covers all rental units held by one owner, or jointly by a married couple, partnership, or corporation — meaning the fee is not assessed per unit but per ownership entity. The rule was adopted by Ordinance 1302 in 1996 and remains part of the city's rental property licensing framework.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 114.07, a compliant rental property operator pays a single $25 annual licensing fee regardless of how many rental units they own, as long as those units are held under one ownership — whether individual, spousal, partnership, or corporate. Operators generally keep records confirming the ownership structure of their portfolio to ensure all units are properly covered under one license. Staying current on this annual fee is a standard part of maintaining lawful rental operations in Madison.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 114.07 requires that rental property owners in Madison hold a valid license, renewed annually through a $25 fee, covering all units under a single ownership entity. If a landlord appears to be operating without a current license, tenants may have grounds to raise that status as a concern with the relevant Madison municipal authority. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Madison's Chapter 114 can help renters understand what licensing requirements mean for their housing situation.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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