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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Hot Springs Village
Permits are required for a broad range of work including new construction, additions, decks, docks, swimming pools, sprinkler systems, HVAC replacement, water heater replacement, garage enclosures, structural work, and common-property work.
Note: No comprehensive public exemption list was identified. Minor interior cosmetic work is generally not regulated, while structural/mechanical/exterior work is often permit-relevant.
- Completed permit application
- Site plan showing property lines and proposed work location
- Construction drawings
- Plat information
- Photos as required
- For common-property work: application form, drawings, plats, and photos
- Building code
- International Residential Code, International Building Code, Arkansas Fire Prevention Code, Arkansas Plumbing Code, Arkansas Mechanical Code, National Electrical Code, and Arkansas Propane Code, as adopted/amended by POA.
- Owner-builder
- Owner-builders must still comply with POA architectural and building standards.
- Contractor requirements
- Arkansas state contractor licensing rules apply. POA may require additional contractor registration.
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Determine whether a permit is required by reviewing the Permitting and Inspections page or calling 501-922-5562.
- 02 Create an account in CitizenServe.
- 03 Submit permit application online and upload required documents (site plan, construction drawings, plat where required).
- 04 Pay permit fee online through CitizenServe.
- 05 Architectural Control Committee reviews plans for conformance with POA and building code requirements.
- 06 Permit is issued on approval and should be posted on site.
- 07 Schedule required inspections through the portal or by contacting the Permitting and Inspections Division.
- 08 Complete inspections at required stages and receive final certificate of completion.
Fee schedule
Hot Springs Village building permit fees
Online payment accepted through CitizenServe portal. In-person payment at POA Administration Building.
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- CitizenServe portal (online)
- 501-922-5559 (phone)
Typical sequence: Standard sequence: foundation, framing, rough trades, insulation, final, plus POA architectural compliance checks.
Frequently asked
Common questions about Hot Springs Village permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Hot Springs Village, AR? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Hot Springs Village, AR? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Hot Springs Village, AR? ▸
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Hot Springs Village, AR? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Permitting and Inspections Division, Hot Springs Village Property Owners Association (HSVPOA) Code Enforcement Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.