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Little Rock short-term rental rules (2026)

Arkansas · United States
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These rules apply inside Little Rock city limits only. Properties outside them follow county or neighboring-town rules.
Rules last checked  ·  Region: US

Market overview

RESTRICTEDStays under 30 nights

Allowed, with material limits.

$35/yr business license + ~$500 inspection fee. 500-unit citywide cap.

Why do places restrict rentals?

Property eligibility: Not assessed A market overview can't tell whether a specific home qualifies (zoning, permits, HOA).

License
Required
Primary residence
Not required
Tax on stays
14.625%
total, on our records

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ALLOWEDStays of 30+ nights

Longer stays (30+ days)

Stays of 30 nights or more fall outside the short-term rental rules here and are let as ordinary rentals.

Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

Not legal advice. The legal framework, notes and sources are in the full report.

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The full Little Rock rules

12 rules on record for Little Rock, 7 of them from government sources. Every rule traced to its official source. How we research

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Source: City of Little Rock Treasury Management Division (littlerock.gov, official), checked 6 Nov 2026. Official links, citations and how to apply come with a paid plan.

Quick answers

Is Airbnb legal in Little Rock?

Yes, with material limits. $35/yr business license + ~$500 inspection fee. 500-unit citywide cap.

Do you need a permit for a short-term rental in Little Rock?

Yes, a license or registration is required.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Little Rock?

14.625% in total on stays, on our records.

Can I rent for longer stays in Little Rock?

Stays of 30 nights or more fall outside the short-term rental rules here and are let as ordinary rentals. Guests staying this long can gain tenant rights, such as protection from eviction.

When were the Little Rock rules last checked?

We last checked the short-term rental rules for Little Rock on 6 Nov 2026.

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