Bella Vista, Arkansas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Benton County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/19/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License CostOwner-occupied: $50 initially, then no cost for renewal; Non-owner-occupied: $100 initially, then $50 renewal each year
Renewalannually
Permit Cap600 permits
Business License RequiredNot specified
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredNot specified

Limits & Restrictions

Density / Distance Cap600
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Not allowed in commercial zones

Official Sources

bellavistaar.gov/city_departments/planning___development/planning/short_term_rentals.php
Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 8, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Bella Vista, Arkansas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bella Vista, Arkansas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: Owner-occupied: $50 initially,).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bella Vista, Arkansas?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Bella Vista, Arkansas.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Bella Vista?

A short-term rental permit is required, the fee is Owner-occupied: $50 initially,.

Where do these Bella Vista short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Bella Vista's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Bella Vista, Benton County, or Arkansas authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.