How much does a building permit cost in Hot Springs Village (Saline County Portion), AR?

The minimum permit fee is Permits and inspections are provided at no charge for standard. Fees are calculated as: Generally included in POA assessments / no separate per-permit charge. Plan check fee: Not separately published; included in permit service.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Hot Springs Village (Saline County Portion), AR?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Online through CitizenServe portal at.

City Building Permits

Hot Springs Village (Saline County Portion), AR - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Hot Springs Village (Saline County Portion), Arkansas. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Arkansas Saline County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Hot Springs Village straddles Saline County (east side)

Department: Permitting, Inspections and Compliance -- Hot Springs
Address: POA Administration Building, 1st Floor, Room 102,
Phone: (501) 922-5559
Email: Not separately published , use the online portal or contact POA main line
Website: https://www.explorethevillage.com/services/permitting-inspections-compliance

Online Permit Portal

Open

Platform: CitizenServe • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

Create an account on the CitizenServe portal at the URL above.
Use the permit necessity checker in the portal to confirm whether your project
Submit the permit application through the portal, uploading required plans and
The POA reviews plans and issues the permit once approved.
Commence construction.
Schedule required inspections through the portal at each phase (footing, location,
Pass final inspection to receive Certificate of Occupancy.

Source: Permitting, Inspections and Compliance -- Hot Springs

General Requirements

Required for: new home construction, room additions,

Required Documents

Plans, site plan, and drawings as required by project type;

Building code: Arkansas state codes (2021 IBC and 2021 IRC base); POA
Owner-builder: Not separately published; POA community rules apply
Contractor requirements: Arkansas ACLB license required statewide (residential

Fees

Minimum permit fee: Permits and inspections are provided at no charge for standard
Plan check fee: Not separately published; included in permit service
Permit fee formula: Generally included in POA assessments / no separate per-permit charge
Payment note: Fee payments handled through CitizenServe portal

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the Permitting, Inspections and Compliance -- Hot Springs to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Online through CitizenServe portal at (online)

Inspection hours: Contact POA for current available windows

Typical inspection sequence: Footing, location survey, concrete slab, under-slab

Additional Resources

Building code: Arkansas state codes (2021 IBC and 2021 IRC base); POA
Zoning information: View zoning info
Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board
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 Permitting, Inspections and Compliance -- Hot Springs before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Hot Springs Village (Saline County Portion) Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Hot Springs Village (Saline County Portion), AR?: Required for: new home construction, room additions,
How much does a building permit cost in Hot Springs Village (Saline County Portion), AR?: The minimum permit fee is Permits and inspections are provided at no charge for standard. Fees are calculated as: Generally included in POA assessments / no separate per-permit charge. Plan check fee: Not separately published; included in permit service.
How do I apply for a building permit in Hot Springs Village (Saline County Portion), AR?: 1. Create an account on the CitizenServe portal at the URL above. 2. Use the permit necessity checker in the portal to confirm whether your project 3. Submit the permit application through the portal, uploading required plans and 4. The POA reviews plans and issues the permit once approved. 5. Commence construction. 6. Schedule required inspections through the portal at each phase (footing, location, 7. Pass final inspection to receive Certificate of Occupancy.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Hot Springs Village (Saline County Portion), AR?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Online through CitizenServe portal at.

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Important: This page is an educational resource provided by jaspector.com. It is not legal advice, and it does not substitute for official guidance from the permit authority listed above. Permit requirements, fees, and processes change frequently. Always verify current requirements directly with the issuing department before beginning any construction project. Use of this page does not create an attorney-client relationship. Jaspector assumes no liability for any outcomes arising from reliance on this information.

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