Arkansas Property Disclosure Statement

ARKANSAS RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY DISCLOSURE STATEMENT

Governing Statute: Arkansas Residential Property Disclosure Act, Ark. Code Ann. § 18-12-401 et seq.

This disclosure is required for sellers of residential real property consisting of one (1) to four (4) dwelling units. The seller must disclose known material defects in the structure, roof, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, and environmental conditions. The disclosure must be delivered to the buyer before or at the time the contract is executed. The buyer has ten (10) business days after receipt to rescind the contract in writing. Failure to disclose known material defects may result in civil liability for the seller.

Sellers must complete this statement to the best of their actual knowledge. "Actual knowledge" means facts the seller knows, not what the seller should have known or discovered through inspection. If the seller has no knowledge of a condition, "Unknown" or "None Known" is an appropriate response. This disclosure is not a warranty.

Property Address: [[Full Street Address, City, Arkansas, ZIP Code]]

Legal Description / Parcel Number: [[Legal Description or APN]]

Seller(s): [[Seller Full Legal Name(s)]]

Buyer(s): [[Buyer Full Legal Name(s)]]

Date of This Disclosure: [[Disclosure Date]]

Year Built: [[Year Built]]

Approximate Square Footage: [[Sq Ft]]

Type of Property: [[Single Family / Duplex / Triplex / Fourplex / Townhouse / Other]]

Section 1, Seller's Knowledge Certification

1. I/we have actual knowledge of material defects in the property as described below.

2. I/we have reviewed this form completely and answered each item to the best of my/our actual knowledge.

3. I/we understand the duty to disclose known material defects and that this disclosure must be updated if material facts change before closing.

Seller Initials: _______ / _______ Date: [[Date]]

Section 2, Structural Condition

1. Are there any known defects, cracks, settling, or movement in the foundation, slab, basement, crawl space, or piers? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Description: [[Detailed Description or "None Known"]]

2. Are there any known defects in exterior walls, siding, brick, or stucco? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Description: [[Details]]

3. Are there any known problems with the roof (leaks, missing shingles, sagging, age, previous repairs)? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Age of roof: [[Years or "Unknown"]] Type: [[Shingle / Metal / Other]] Last replacement or major repair: [[Year or "Unknown"]]

4. Any known interior ceiling, wall, or floor damage from water, structural issues, or settling? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Description: [[Details]]

5. Any known unpermitted additions, alterations, or modifications to the structure? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Description: [[Details]]

6. Any open building permits or known code violations? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Description: [[Details]]

Section 3, Roof, Attic, and Insulation

1. Any known problems with attic ventilation, insulation, or ventilation fans? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

2. Any known pest damage (termites, carpenter ants, wood rot, etc.) affecting structural components? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details and treatment history: [[Details]]

Section 4, Electrical System

1. Type of electrical service: [[Amperage and Type or "Unknown"]]

2. Any known defects, deficiencies, or problems with the electrical system, wiring, panels, outlets, switches, or GFCI/AFCI protection? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Description: [[Details]]

3. Any known aluminum wiring or knob-and-tube wiring? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

4. Any known problems with smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, or security systems? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

Section 5, Plumbing System

1. Type of water supply: [[Municipal / Well]]

2. Type of sewer or septic: [[Municipal Sewer / Septic System]]

3. Any known defects, leaks, low pressure, slow drains, or problems with plumbing pipes, fixtures, water heater, or septic system? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Description: [[Details]]

4. Age of water heater: [[Years or "Unknown"]]

5. Any known water quality issues, hard water, or contamination? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

6. Any known history of sewer backups or septic failures? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

Section 6, Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

1. Primary heating system: [[Type: Gas Furnace / Electric / Heat Pump / Other]]

2. Primary cooling system: [[Central AC / Window Units / Heat Pump / None]]

3. Any known defects, inadequate performance, or needed repairs to HVAC equipment, ductwork, or thermostats? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Description: [[Details]]

4. Age of major HVAC components: [[Years or "Unknown"]]

5. Any known problems with ventilation or indoor air quality? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

Section 7, Appliances and Fixtures

1. List major appliances included in the sale and any known defects: [[List Appliances and Condition or Defects]]

2. Any known problems with garage door openers, ceiling fans, or other fixtures? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

Section 8, Environmental Conditions and Hazards

1. Any known presence or history of mold, mildew, or moisture intrusion? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Description and remediation: [[Details]]

2. Any known asbestos-containing materials (flooring, insulation, siding, etc.)? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Location: [[Details]]

3. Any known lead-based paint or lead hazards (required disclosure for pre-1978 housing under federal law)? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

4. Any known radon gas presence or testing? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Results: [[Details]]

5. Any known underground storage tanks, hazardous materials, or soil contamination? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

6. Any known history of flooding, drainage problems, or water standing on the property? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

7. Any known environmental issues from neighboring properties (e.g., contamination, odors, industrial activity)? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

Section 9, Roof, Foundation, and Exterior (Summary Table, 4 Columns Max)

Section 10, Title, Legal, and Financial Matters

1. Any known title defects, liens, judgments, or encumbrances other than standard mortgage? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

2. Any easements, encroachments, boundary disputes, or shared driveways? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

3. Any HOA, POA, or common interest community? [[Yes / No]] Name: [[Name]] Monthly/Annual dues: [[Amount]] Special assessments pending: [[Yes / No]] Details: [[Details]]

4. Any pending or threatened litigation or claims affecting the property or title? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

5. Any insurance claims filed in the last five (5) years for property damage? [[Yes / No]] Cause and repairs: [[Details]]

6. Any known zoning violations, code enforcement actions, or variances? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

7. Any known restrictions, covenants, or historic district limitations? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

Section 11, Systems and Services

1. Any known problems with well, septic, or sewer systems? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details and permits: [[Details]]

2. Any known problems with electrical service capacity or providers? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

3. Any known problems with gas service or propane tanks? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

Section 12, Neighborhood and External Factors

1. Any known nuisances, noise, odors, or adverse conditions from neighboring properties? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

2. Any known plans for major road, development, or infrastructure changes affecting the property? [[Yes / No / Unknown]] Details: [[Details]]

Section 13, Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Addendum (Mandatory for Housing Built Before 1978)

Housing Built Before 1978, Federal Disclosure Required (42 U.S.C. § 4852d)

Property Address: [[Address]]

Seller's Disclosure:

• Known lead-based paint or lead-based paint hazards: [[Yes / No / Unknown]]

• Records or reports available: [[Yes / No]] List: [[List or "None"]]

Seller has provided the required EPA pamphlet "Protect Your Family From Lead in Your Home."

Buyer Acknowledgment:

• Buyer has received the seller's disclosure information and the EPA pamphlet.

• Buyer has had the opportunity to have the property tested for lead-based paint.

Signatures required on separate addendum page if applicable.

Section 14, Seller Update Obligation

If any material information in this disclosure changes or becomes known to the seller after the initial completion date but before closing, the seller shall promptly deliver an updated disclosure or written amendment to the buyer.

Updated Date: [[Date]]

Changes: [[Full Description of Material Updates]]

Seller Initials: ________

Section 15, Buyer Rights and Rescission

1. The seller must deliver this completed disclosure statement to the buyer before or at the time the buyer executes the purchase contract.

2. The buyer has ten (10) business days after receipt of this disclosure to rescind the purchase contract in writing.

3. Delivery of this disclosure does not relieve the buyer of the duty to conduct independent inspections.

4. The buyer should obtain professional inspections of the structure, roof, systems, and environmental conditions.

5. Sellers who knowingly fail to disclose material defects may be subject to civil liability, including claims for damages, rescission, and attorneys' fees.

Buyer acknowledges receipt of this disclosure on: [[Receipt Date]]

Buyer Signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Buyer Signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Section 16, Seller Signatures

I/we certify under penalty of perjury that the information provided in this Arkansas Property Disclosure Statement is true and complete to the best of my/our actual knowledge as of the date signed. I/we understand that this disclosure must be updated if material facts change prior to closing.

Seller Signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Printed Name: [[Seller Full Legal Name]]

Seller Signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Printed Name: [[Seller Full Legal Name]]

Section 17, Agent Acknowledgments (If Applicable)

Listing Agent Name: [[Agent Name]]

Brokerage: [[Brokerage]]

I have informed the seller of the seller's disclosure obligations and have provided this form.

Agent Signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Selling Agent Name (if different): [[Agent Name]]

I have provided a copy of the completed disclosure to the buyer.

Agent Signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Date]]

Disclaimer and Sources

Template example, not professional legal advice. This Arkansas Property Disclosure Statement is modeled on requirements of the Arkansas Residential Property Disclosure Act and the AREC-approved form as of June 2026. It is not a substitute for the official form, legal advice, or current statutory research. Sellers and buyers must use the current official form approved by the Arkansas Real Estate Commission and should consult a licensed Arkansas real estate professional or attorney. All user-supplied information is shown using [[Token Name]] format.

Primary Sources (as of June 2026):

• Ark. Code Ann. § 18-12-401 et seq., Arkansas Residential Property Disclosure Act

• Arkansas Real Estate Commission (AREC) approved Property Disclosure forms and guidance

• 42 U.S.C. § 4852d and 24 C.F.R. Part 35, Federal Lead-Based Paint Disclosure requirements

• Ark. Code Ann. provisions governing residential real property transactions and remedies for nondisclosure

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