How much does a building permit cost in Texarkana, AR?

The minimum permit fee is Residential building permit fee starts at $35 for work from $0 to $2,000. Plan check fee: Not separately published on the page reviewed.

City Building Permits

Texarkana, AR - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Arkansas Miller County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

City of Texarkana, Arkansas

Department: Community Development / Public Works, Building
Address: 216 Walnut Street, Texarkana, AR 71854
Phone: 870-779-4991
Website: https://www.texarkanaar.gov/departments/community_development.php

Application Process

Source: Community Development / Public Works, Building

General Requirements

The city publishes building permit fees and permit-related departmental pages, indicating permits are required for regulated construction work

Required Documents

Not fully published in a single public checklist. Publicly visible city documents show planning commission applications and proof of ownership or leasehold interest for certain land use actions

Building code: Arkansas Fire Prevention Code applies statewide. City-specific adopted code text was not fully published on the pages reviewed
Contractor requirements: The city publishes builder and mechanical contractor registration fees in its fee schedule, indicating registration is required for certain trades

Fees

Minimum permit fee: Residential building permit fee starts at $35 for work from $0 to $2,000
Plan check fee: Not separately published on the page reviewed

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Community Development / Public Works, Building to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Additional Resources

Building code: Arkansas Fire Prevention Code applies statewide. City-specific adopted code text was not fully published on the pages reviewed
Community Development page
City home page
Planning Commission application PDF
License lookup guide: Arkansas Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Arkansas Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Arkansas hub: Arkansas Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Community Development / Public Works, Building before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Texarkana Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Texarkana, AR?: The city publishes building permit fees and permit-related departmental pages, indicating permits are required for regulated construction work
How much does a building permit cost in Texarkana, AR?: The minimum permit fee is Residential building permit fee starts at $35 for work from $0 to $2,000. Plan check fee: Not separately published on the page reviewed.

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