City Building Permits

Greenwood, AR - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Arkansas Sebastian County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Covers all construction within the incorporated city limits of Greenwood, which serves as one of the two county seats for Sebastian County. Projects in unincorporated areas surrounding Greenwood are not covered by this department.

Department
City of Greenwood Planning and Development Department
Address
Greenwood City Hall, 30 Bell Road, Greenwood, AR 72936
Phone
479-357-1133 (Director) / 479-322-1675 (Building Inspector)
Website
http://www.greenwoodar.org/Government/Departments/Planning-Development

Online Permit Portal

Open TEKConnectGov

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

Application Process

  1. Create an account or log in at https://greenwood-ar.tekconnectgov.com.
  2. Select the appropriate permit type.
  3. Complete the permit application and upload required plans or documents.
  4. Submit application. Department staff reviews the application.
  5. Pay permit fees online through the portal or in person at City Hall.
  6. Permit issued upon approval and fee payment.
  7. Post permit at job site before work begins.
  8. Schedule inspections through the portal as work progresses.
  9. Request final inspection upon project completion.

Source: City of Greenwood Planning and Development Department

General Requirements

Additions and remodeling; commercial and industrial signs; construction of new residential, commercial, and industrial structures; electrical, plumbing, and mechanical (HVAC) installation and replacement; excavations within city limits; home-based businesses; water heater replacement; storage buildings or accessory structures; storm shelters; swimming pools; underground yard sprinklers and spigots; new fences and fence repairs; all activity within the FEMA special flood hazard area.

Building code
2021 Arkansas Building Code (IBC 2021, effective January 1, 2023); 2021 Arkansas Residential Code (IRC 2021, effective January 1, 2023); 2021 Arkansas Fire Code (IFC 2021, effective January 1, 2023); 2021 Arkansas Mechanical Code (IMC 2021, effective July 1, 2022); 2018 Arkansas Plumbing Code (IPC 2018, effective September 1, 2021); 2018 Arkansas Fuel Gas Code (IFGC 2018, effective September 1, 2021); Arkansas Energy Code (2009 IECC, effective January 1, 2015).
Owner-builder
Not detailed in available sources. Contact the department.
Contractor requirements
Arkansas state contractor licensing requirements apply. Contractors must be licensed with the Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board. Contact the department for any additional city-level registration requirements.

Fees

Payment note
Fees paid online through the TEKConnectGov portal or in person at City Hall.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Greenwood Planning and Development Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
Monday through Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.; Friday 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Not detailed in available sources. Contact Building Inspector Hunter Mikles at 479-322-1675.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Greenwood Planning and Development Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Greenwood Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Greenwood, AR?
Additions and remodeling; commercial and industrial signs; construction of new residential, commercial, and industrial structures; electrical, plumbing, and mechanical (HVAC) installation and replacement; excavations within city limits; home-based businesses; water heater replacement; storage buildings or accessory structures; storm shelters; swimming pools; underground yard sprinklers and spigots; new fences and fence repairs; all activity within the FEMA special flood hazard area.
How do I apply for a building permit in Greenwood, AR?
1. Create an account or log in at https://greenwood-ar.tekconnectgov.com. 2. Select the appropriate permit type. 3. Complete the permit application and upload required plans or documents. 4. Submit application. Department staff reviews the application. 5. Pay permit fees online through the portal or in person at City Hall. 6. Permit issued upon approval and fee payment. 7. Post permit at job site before work begins. 8. Schedule inspections through the portal as work progresses. 9. Request final inspection upon project completion.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Greenwood, AR?
Inspections can be scheduled via: TEKConnectGov portal.

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