Arkansas Rent control / state preemption
Can cities in Arkansas pass rent control?
Local governments may not enact, maintain or enforce ordinances controlling the amount charged for rent, rental application fees or rental deposits on private residential or commercial property (amended 2025).
Verified Source: A.C.A. § 14-16-601 · last checked 2026-10-15
Same topic in neighboring states
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