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Eureka Springs, AR STR Regulations (2026) | License Required, 9.5% Tax | HostReady

Eureka Springs, AR

Short-Term Rental Regulations

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Bed and Breakfasts in Eureka Springs require a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and must have an owner residing on-site (adjoining property sharing a boundary). Bed and Breakfasts are no longer permitted in R-1, R-2, and R-3 residential zones except for existing Legal Non-Conforming (LNC) properties and existing CUPs. Guests may not stay longer than 28 days, and total units may not exceed five (5) per property.

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At a Glance

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STR License

Yes

Primary Residence

No

Enforcement

Medium

Tax Rate

9.5%

Potential Fines

Up to $250

Permit Status

Frozen

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Eureka Springs, AR Regulations Guide

Bed and Breakfasts in Eureka Springs require a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) and must have an owner residing on-site (adjoining property sharing a boundary). Bed and Breakfasts are no longer permitted in R-1, R-2, and R-3 residential zones except for existing Legal Non-Conforming (LNC) properties and existing CUPs. Guests may not stay longer than 28 days, and total units may not exceed five (5) per property.

Licensing and Permits

Eureka Springs requires hosts to obtain an STR license or permit before listing their property on platforms like Airbnb or VRBO.

Enforcement

Eureka Springs has medium enforcement of STR regulations. Operating without proper licensing or failing to comply with local regulations can result in citations, fines, and potential loss of your permit.

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Full Requirements

Local Contact

Yes

Insurance Required

Yes

Permit Transferable

Yes

Neighbor Notification

No

Restrictions & Limits

Occupancy Formula

One (1) unit = one (1) bedroom which sleeps two (2) people

Permit Renewal

annual

Grandfather Clause

Existing STRs grandfathered

Potential Fines

$250

Potential fines

Tax Obligations

Combined Rate

9.5%

State Tax

2.5%

Local Tax

7%

Filing Frequency

monthly

Airbnb does NOT collect lodging tax

VRBO does NOT collect lodging tax

Manual tax submission required (monthly)

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Key Details

Bed and Breakfasts must have an owner residing on-site, defined as adjoining (sharing a boundary), not separated by city street, roadway, green space, or alley.
Guests may not stay longer than 28 days at a Bed and Breakfast.
Total units at a Bed and Breakfast may not exceed five (5).
A 'Unit' for Tourist Lodging and Bed and Breakfasts is defined as one (1) bedroom which sleeps two (2) people.
Bed and Breakfasts must advertise as a Bed and Breakfast.
All bookings, listings, and advertisements of a Conditional Use Permit must list the business license number in the description or title.
Prior to continuance of a CUP or LNC property, documentation from the City Advertising and Promotion Commission (CAPC) is required confirming current permit and tax payments.
A CUP may be revoked for failure to list the business license number or for non-payment of CAPC taxes.
Renting property as a Bed and Breakfast in a Residential Zone (outside of LNC/existing CUPs) is a misdemeanor punishable by a fine of up to $250 per offense, with each 24-hour period considered a separate offense.
Upon transfer of a LNC Bed and Breakfast or continuance of a CUP to new ownership, the new owner(s) must reside on the property.

Building & Fire Code

Building Inspection

Yes

Fire Suppression

Yes

Egress Windows

Yes

Fire Extinguisher

Yes

Smoke Detectors

Smoke detectors required in all sleeping areas and common areas.

Additional Requirements

Properties must comply with local building and fire codes.

Enforcement & Permit Status

Permits

frozen

Enforcement Trend

increasing

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Operational Rules

Posting Requirements

All bookings, listings, and advertisements of a Conditional Use Permit must list the business license number in the description or title.

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