Beebe, AR — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Code Enforcement

Street address

321 N. Elm Street, Beebe, AR 72012

Phone

501-882-8111; cell 501-288-0036

James Squires and Tim Lawson are listed on the page

Coverage

City of Beebe

Online portal

Permit portal

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Website

Department website

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Beebe

new construction, remodel/additions, accessory buildings, electrical, HVAC, plumbing, site prep, development, renovations, improvements, construction, relocation of a building or structure, including manufactured housing.

Scope of work

Permit?

Churches or religious organizations are waived from the $0.10 per square foot building permit fee, but the ordinance says other code requirements still apply.

Exempt

Exempt Churches or religious organizations are waived from the $0.10 per square foot building permit fee, but the ordinance says other code requirements still apply.

Required documents

permit application form, plot plan in two copies, supporting plans and outside agency permits as required by the code.

Building code: City code book plus zoning code; the city enforces local construction standards and Arkansas technical codes.
Permit validity: work must begin within 6 months; completion is due within 1 year, with possible six-month extensions.
Owner-builder: the code shifts responsibility to the property owner for compliance; the public page does not spell out an owner-builder exception.
Contractor requirements: applications are approved only when code compliance is shown; trade licensing may be required for regulated work.

§ 03

Fee schedule

Beebe building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Building permit fee is $0.10 per square foot under roof

Permit fee formula

Building permit schedule also includes a schedule for erecting or repairing based on cost of work; the code book states $3.00 per M for first $1,000, then descending tiers

Reinspection fee

$10 reinspection fee for electrical, $20 temporary HVAC preliminary inspection fee, other reinspection charges in code book; some nuisance and zoning penalties also apply

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

inspection through code enforcement; the code book says inspections may be performed during construction and the city pa (contact)

Inspection hours: city office hours Mon-Fri 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Typical sequence: permit issued, placard displayed, inspections during construction, approval before utility connections or completion as applicable

failed inspections can trigger additional fees and may require correction before reinspection

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Beebe permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Beebe, AR? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Beebe, AR? ▸

Building permit fees in Beebe, AR are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Building permit fee is $0.10 per square foot under roof. Fees are calculated as: Building permit schedule also includes a schedule for erecting or repairing based on cost of work; the code book states $3.00 per M for first $1,000, then descending tiers.

03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Beebe, AR? ▸

Building permit processing times in Beebe, AR typically run Not formally published. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in Beebe, AR? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Beebe, AR. The following work is generally exempt: Churches or religious organizations are waived from the $0.10 per square foot building permit fee, but the ordinance says other code requirements still apply.. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Beebe, AR? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Beebe, AR via: inspection through code enforcement; the code book says inspections may be performed during construction and the city pa.

last verified April 2026 source Code Enforcement ↗ entry id permits/arkansas/white/beebe

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Code Enforcement before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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