Building permits in Arkansas
Who issues permits for a house, garage, shed, deck, or addition.
Arkansas building code and construction permits
Arkansas adopts statewide fire prevention and building codes through the State Police, while cities and counties issue the building permits and run the inspections. Start with your city or county building official.
About building permits
Start with the building or permitting office for the property location. Its published instructions explain applications, inspections, and which office handles the project. City and county responsibilities vary.