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HB 1790

TO AMEND THE LAW CONCERNING THE REGULATION OF SHORT-TERM RENTALS BY A LOCAL GOVERNMENT.

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Josh Bryant and 1 co-sponsor

HB 1790 aimed to clarify short-term rental regulations in Arkansas, protecting property owners from strict local rules while allowing permit requirements for safety.

Died on House Calendar at Sine Die adjournment.
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Bill Summary · HB 1790

Summary of House Bill 1790

Bill Number: HB 1790
Title: To Amend the Law Concerning the Regulation of Short-Term Rentals by a Local Government
Status: Died on House Calendar at Sine Die adjournment
Introduced: March 13, 2025
Classification: Bill

Purpose and Intent

House Bill 1790 aimed to amend existing laws regarding the regulation of short-term rentals by local governments in Arkansas. The bill sought to establish clearer definitions and limitations on how local governments could regulate short-term rentals, ensuring that property owners could utilize their properties for short-term rental purposes without facing overly restrictive regulations.

Key Provisions

The bill proposed several significant changes to the regulation of short-term rentals, including:

  1. Definitions:

    • Short-term rental: Defined as a residence rented for 30 days or less.
    • Local government: Included counties, cities of the first and second class, and incorporated towns.
    • Short-term rental marketplace: Refers to platforms that facilitate short-term rental listings.

  2. Regulatory Restrictions:

    • Local governments would be prohibited from:
      • Imposing a jurisdiction-wide ban on short-term rentals.
      • Creating a jurisdiction-wide numerical limit on short-term rentals.
      • Effectively prohibiting the use of properties as short-term rentals.

  3. Permit Requirements:

    • Local governments could require permits for short-term rentals, which may include:
      • Permit fees.
      • Identification of owners and property managers.
      • Safety and emergency contact information.
      • Collection of applicable taxes.

  4. Permit Revocation:

    • Permits could be revoked or suspended for:
      • Three violations of local ordinances within a twelve-month period.
      • Any felonious criminal act occurring at the rental property.
      • Non-compliance with applicable laws.

  5. Health and Safety Codes:

    • Local governments could enforce health and safety codes, including fire, building, plumbing, sanitation, and electrical codes.

  6. Zoning Classification:

    • Short-term rentals would be classified as residential land use for zoning purposes but could also be permitted in commercial zones.

  7. Limitations:

    • The bill would not override existing homeowners' association agreements, deed restrictions, or covenants.

Impact

If enacted, HB 1790 would have impacted property owners, local governments, and short-term rental marketplaces by providing a more standardized framework for short-term rental operations. It aimed to balance the interests of property owners seeking to rent their properties with the regulatory authority of local governments.

Legislative Timeline

  • March 13, 2025: Bill filed and read for the first time.
  • April 2, 2025: Returned by the committee with a recommendation to pass as amended.
  • April 3, 2025: Amendment No. 1 adopted; bill ordered engrossed.
  • April 8, 2025: Read a third time and failed.
  • May 5, 2025: Died on House Calendar at Sine Die adjournment.

This summary provides an overview of HB 1790, highlighting its intent, key provisions, and potential impact on short-term rental regulations in Arkansas.

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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