City Building Permits

Heber Springs, AR - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Heber Springs, Arkansas. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Arkansas Cleburne County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City limits of Heber Springs

Department
Planning and Zoning Division of the Heber Springs Fire Department
Address
1001 W Main St, Heber Springs, AR
Phone
501-362-8303
Website
https://www.hebersprings.gov/planning-zoning/page/building-permits

Online Permit Portal

Open TekConnectGov online permit application

Platform: TekConnectGov • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Start by confirming whether work needs a permit and collecting required submittals.
  2. Submit by visiting the Planning and Zoning Division at 1001 W Main St or via the online permit portal.
  3. New construction and additions require a site plan and plans including elevations, floor plans, plumbing, and electrical.
  4. Remodels require before and after floor plans of the entire house with room labels, door and window sizes, and locations of new or moved electrical and plumbing.
  5. Trade permits are separate from the building permit and are pulled by the contractor doing the work.

Source: Planning and Zoning Division of the Heber Springs Fire Department

General Requirements

Required for construction and most work affecting structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fences, roofs, water/sewer work, irrigation connections, siding when structural elements are exposed, and new construction including engineered or prefabricated structures.

Required Documents

  • Site plan
  • Plans
  • Before and after floor plans for remodels
  • Permit application
Permit validity
1 year as long as work is receiving inspections. Extensions may be granted by the building official.
Owner-builder
Homeowners who own and occupy the property as their main residence can do their own building, plumbing, electrical, or mechanical work, but still need permits and inspections. If they hire someone else, that person must pull the permit.
Contractor requirements
Trade permits are required separate from the building permit and should be requested by the contractor completing the work.

Fees

Penalty (no permit)
Work without a permit may receive a stop work order or notice of code violation and a penalty fee when the permit is issued per city ordinance.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Cosmetic work such as painting, tiling, carpeting, and replacing cabinets
  • Replacing shingles or roofing materials without decking replacement
  • Replacing an existing fence with like materials

Inspections

How to Schedule

Scheduling deadline
Minimal 24 hour notice required for framing, gas/electric service, and final inspections.
Inspection hours
Inspections are scheduled between 8:30am and 4:00pm daily.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Planning and Zoning Division of the Heber Springs Fire Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Heber Springs Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Heber Springs, AR?
Required for construction and most work affecting structural, electrical, plumbing, mechanical, fences, roofs, water/sewer work, irrigation connections, siding when structural elements are exposed, and new construction including engineered or prefabricated structures.
How do I apply for a building permit in Heber Springs, AR?
1. Start by confirming whether work needs a permit and collecting required submittals. 2. Submit by visiting the Planning and Zoning Division at 1001 W Main St or via the online permit portal. 3. New construction and additions require a site plan and plans including elevations, floor plans, plumbing, and electrical. 4. Remodels require before and after floor plans of the entire house with room labels, door and window sizes, and locations of new or moved electrical and plumbing. 5. Trade permits are separate from the building permit and are pulled by the contractor doing the work.
What work is exempt from building permits in Heber Springs, AR?
The following work is generally exempt: Cosmetic work such as painting, tiling, carpeting, and replacing cabinets; Replacing shingles or roofing materials without decking replacement; Replacing an existing fence with like materials.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Heber Springs, AR?
Inspections can be scheduled via: 501-362-8303, TekConnectGov portal. Minimal 24 hour notice required for framing, gas/electric service, and final inspections..

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