Comprehensive short-term rental guides for 7 markets in Arkansas.
5 markets
Arkansas
Little Rock regulates short-term rentals under a 2023 ordinance that caps citywide permits at 500 units. All hosts must obtain a permit through the Planning Department, pay a $500 annual inspection fee, and adhere to strict occupancy limits and density requirements.
2 markets
Bentonville currently has no specific short-term rental ordinance or permit system, though the city council has discussed potential future regulations. Hosts are permitted to operate by-right but must register for and remit the 2% Advertising and Promotion (lodging) tax to Visit Bentonville for stays under 30 days.
The City of Hot Springs regulates short-term rentals through Chapter 5.44, requiring an annual license, safety inspections, and a $50 fee. Hosts must collect and remit a 3% local Advertising and Promotion (A&P) tax in addition to state sales taxes.
Fayetteville regulates short-term rentals through a mandatory business license system that distinguishes between owner-occupied (Type 1) and non-owner occupied (Type 2) units, with a strict citywide cap on the latter.
Short-term rentals in Eureka Springs are categorized as 'Tourist Homes' and require a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) approved by the Planning Commission. Hosts must pay a 3% CAP tax in addition to state and local sales taxes, totaling 11.5%.
Short-term rentals in Conway require an annual city license, a $1,000,000 liability insurance policy, and compliance with local A&P tax requirements.
Rogers requires short-term rental operators to obtain a city business license, pass a fire safety inspection, and pay a combined tax rate of 14.5%.