City Building Permits

Horseshoe Bend, AR - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Arkansas Izard County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City of Horseshoe Bend

Department
Building and Zoning / Code Enforcement
Address
704 W. Commerce Street, Horseshoe Bend, AR 72573
Phone
870-670-5113

Online Permit Portal

Platform: Website downloads / document-based submission • Account required: No • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Review the city's Before You Build tips and the applicable bill of assurance for the subdivision.
  2. Prepare required plans and details (complete building plans, foundation plan, typical wall section, electrical plan, plumbing riser, HVAC details, and plot plan showing setbacks and drainage runoff direction).
  3. Submit building permit paperwork to City Hall, including forms listed on the permit application PDF.
  4. Permit applications are accepted on Tuesday between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM.
  5. Permit is reviewed under city code and applicable Arkansas codes.

Source: Building and Zoning / Code Enforcement

General Requirements

Permit is needed for building or adding on; new homes, buildings, additions, and re-roofing jobs are called out on the city permit materials.

Required Documents

  • Complete building plans
  • Foundation plan
  • Typical wall section
  • Electrical plan
  • Plumbing riser
  • HVAC details
  • Plot plan showing setbacks and drainage runoff direction
Building code
International Building Code (IBC) and State of Arkansas codes for current updates; city code references Building Codes Title 11
Contractor requirements
Permit form requests a builder business license number.

Fees

Permit fee formula
Based on cost of work on the permit application form; full fee chart not fully shown in searchable text.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Building and Zoning / Code Enforcement to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • City Hall (phone)
Inspection hours
Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
Time windows
Permit applications accepted Tuesday, 8:30 AM to 9:00 AM.

City posts a reinspection fee in its fee schedule link, but amount is not exposed in searchable text.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building and Zoning / Code Enforcement before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Horseshoe Bend Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Horseshoe Bend, AR?
Permit is needed for building or adding on; new homes, buildings, additions, and re-roofing jobs are called out on the city permit materials.
How much does a building permit cost in Horseshoe Bend, AR?
Fees are calculated as: Based on cost of work on the permit application form; full fee chart not fully shown in searchable text..
How do I apply for a building permit in Horseshoe Bend, AR?
1. Review the city's Before You Build tips and the applicable bill of assurance for the subdivision. 2. Prepare required plans and details (complete building plans, foundation plan, typical wall section, electrical plan, plumbing riser, HVAC details, and plot plan showing setbacks and drainage runoff direction). 3. Submit building permit paperwork to City Hall, including forms listed on the permit application PDF. 4. Permit applications are accepted on Tuesday between 8:30 AM and 9:00 AM. 5. Permit is reviewed under city code and applicable Arkansas codes.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Horseshoe Bend, AR?
Inspections can be scheduled via: City Hall.

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