Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Highland, AR

Yes — Airbnb and other short-term rentals are allowed in Highland, AR. Short-term rentals are classified as residential land use and must comply with all standard residential zoning requirements. Per state law, local governments cannot prohibit STRs or impose regulations more burdensome than those applied to other residential properties. "Airbnb" is a brand name; the rules on this page apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.). See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rentals are classified as residential land use and must comply with all standard residential zoning requirements. Per state law, local governments cannot prohibit STRs or impose regulations more burdensome than those applied to other residential properties.

No permit is currently required to operate a short-term rental in Highland.

Yes. Vrbo operates under the same short-term rental rules as Airbnb in Highland, AR, since regulations apply to the rental activity rather than the booking platform, and no permit is currently required. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Highland are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Highland. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.