Short-term rental laws in Arkansas

Arkansas has no statewide short-term rental preemption; repeated bills have failed, so cities retain full authority to license, cap, or restrict STRs.

Cities and counties set their own short-term rental rules.

Arkansas cities

Last reviewed July 2026. Informational and educational only, not legal advice, and no attorney-client relationship is created. Rules change and may be enforced differently than written. Verify the current ordinance with your local jurisdiction or counsel before acting.