How long do I have to dispute a CAM overcharge in Arkansas?

Arkansas has a 5-year statute of limitations for written contract claims, which governs commercial lease CAM disputes. Most commercial leases also specify an audit rights window — commonly 60–180 days after receiving the annual reconciliation statement — so review your lease and act promptly after receiving your reconciliation.

What CAM charges can I dispute in Arkansas?

In Arkansas, as in all states, you can dispute any CAM charge that violates your lease terms. Common findings include management fee overcharges (fee exceeds the lease cap), pro-rata share errors (wrong denominator), gross-up violations (fixed expenses grossed up as variable), CAM cap violations (controllable expense increases exceeding the contractual limit), and excluded expenses (capital expenditures, reserves, above-grade salaries) included in CAM.

Do I need an attorney to dispute CAM overcharges in Arkansas?

No. You can initiate a dispute by sending a demand letter directly to your landlord with your findings and calculations. Many CAM disputes settle without legal involvement. For complex disputes or unresponsive landlords, a commercial real estate attorney experienced in Arkansas lease law can help. CamAudit generates the demand letter for you, including Arkansas-specific statute citations.

How does CamAudit work for Arkansas commercial tenants?

Upload your commercial lease and CAM reconciliation statement. CamAudit's AI extracts your lease terms and runs 12 forensic detection rules in parallel. You get results in under 5 minutes showing total potential recovery and per-rule findings. Unlock the full report with audit credits ($199 for 1 audit, $499 for 3, $699 for 5) and generate a demand letter with Arkansas statute references. 30-day money-back guarantee.

CAM Audit in Arkansas

Commercial tenants in Arkansas (AR) have up to 5 years to recover CAM overcharges under state contract law.* CamAudit runs 12 forensic detection rules on your reconciliation statement in under a minute.

If you've never audited your CAM charges, the clock may not have started yet.†

Arkansas CAM Audit Facts

✓Arkansas has a 5-year statute of limitations for written contract claims, providing a reasonable window to recover CAM overcharges.
✓Arkansas courts recognize discovery-based accrual for certain contract claims, meaning the 5-year clock may not begin until the tenant discovered the overcharge.
✓Commercial CAM disputes are governed by lease contract terms — no Arkansas statute specifically addresses commercial CAM expense pass-throughs.
✓Overpayment is recoverable under breach of contract or unjust enrichment theories. Audit rights must be negotiated in the lease.

Arkansas Commercial Lease Statutes

Ark. Code Ann. § 16-56-111

Statute of Limitations — Written Contracts

Arkansas provides a 5-year limitation period for written contract claims, including CAM overcharge disputes. The period accrues from the date of breach or when the tenant discovered the breach.

Prejudgment Interest Rate

6% per annum (legal rate); contract rate if specified. Interest on CAM overcharge recovery is governed by state law and your lease terms — confirm the applicable rate with counsel before making any demand.

Demand Letter Delivery

Certified mail (conventional; no statutory requirement). Always follow your lease's notice provisions first — the lease may specify the required delivery method, address, and copy recipients.

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*Recovery period depends on your lease terms. Leases containing audit deadline or 'binding and conclusive' provisions may limit your recovery window. CamAudit is not a law firm. This is not legal advice.

†Applies in states recognizing the discovery rule for contract claims, including Arkansas. Consult an attorney for your specific situation.

This page provides general educational information. It is not legal advice and may not reflect the most current law in your state. Consult a licensed attorney for advice specific to your situation.

Frequently asked questions

Arkansas CAM Audit Facts

✓Arkansas has a 5-year statute of limitations for written contract claims, providing a reasonable window to recover CAM overcharges.

✓Arkansas courts recognize discovery-based accrual for certain contract claims, meaning the 5-year clock may not begin until the tenant discovered the overcharge.

✓Commercial CAM disputes are governed by lease contract terms — no Arkansas statute specifically addresses commercial CAM expense pass-throughs.

✓Overpayment is recoverable under breach of contract or unjust enrichment theories. Audit rights must be negotiated in the lease.