Maximum2 months’ periodic rent
Applies within the covered security-deposit subchapter.
Local deposit capsState preemption
Act 459 of 2025 restricts local government control of rental-deposit amounts, subject to § 18-16-304.
First confirm the landlord is covered
- Ownership structure.
- Number of dwelling units owned by the relevant individual/family/entities.
- Whether a third-party manager performs management or rent collection for a fee.
Arkansas coverage can depend on ownership size and third-party management. Educational information only.
Official sources
Arkansas General AssemblyAct 1004 of 2007 — Residential Landlord-Tenant Act ↗
Official bill/act history for the statute establishing Arkansas Code §§ 18-16-301 through 18-16-306, including the cap, exemption and remedies.
Arkansas General AssemblyAct 459 of 2025 — Rental Deposit Control Preemption ↗Current official act confirming statewide preemption of local rental-deposit amount controls, while expressly preserving the § 18-16-304 exception.