📋 Arkansas Permit Overview
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| NEC Edition | 2020 |
| IRC Edition | 2021 |
| Permit Authority | State code applies to state buildings only. Local jurisdictions control residential. |
| Statewide Code | No — local jurisdictions control |
| Licensing Board | See state website |
⚠️ Key Things to Know About Permitting in Arkansas
- Many rural areas have minimal permit requirements
- Little Rock and Fayetteville have own permit offices
📍 Cities in Arkansas — Permit Guides
📍 Little Rock
City of Little Rock — Building Codes Division
📍 Fayetteville
City of Fayetteville Development Services
📍 Fort Smith
City of Fort Smith Planning & Development
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