Little Rock, Arkansas

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Pulaski County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredMin Stay: 1Owner Occupancy RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/7/2026
1Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$100 per bedroom up to $500 for STR-1; $500 flat for STR-2
Renewalannually
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredYes
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay1
Max Nights Per Year29 consecutive days per stay
Density / Distance Cap500
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • STR-1 requires special use permit; STR-2 requires planned zoning district (PZD) approval

Official Sources

library.municode.com/ar/little_rock/codes/code_of_ordinances?nodeId=COOR_CH36ZO_ARTXIVBEBRHOSHRMRE
Data confidence: 95%Last updated: June 7, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Little Rock, Arkansas

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Little Rock, Arkansas are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $100 per bedroom up to $500 fo). The property must be owner-occupied.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Little Rock, Arkansas?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Little Rock, Arkansas. The property must be owner-occupied.

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Little Rock?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $100 per bedroom up to $500 fo.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Little Rock?

Yes — Little Rock sets a minimum stay of 1 night and a cap of 29 rental nights per year.

Where do these Little Rock short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Little Rock'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 Little Rock, Pulaski County, or Arkansas authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.