Building Permits in Clinton, AR

AR), a small accessory concrete slab (walkway, patio pad, small equipment pad) of 200 square feet or less at grade is exempt from a building permit. Larger slabs that will support a future structure or are part of a building foundation fall under the building permit. Impervious surface counts toward zoning lot-coverage limits.

AR), a freestanding deck not more than 30 inches above grade and not more than 200 square feet is exempt from a building permit under 2021 IRC R105.2 as adopted locally. City of Clinton zoning setbacks still apply (verify with City Hall at (501) 745-8110). Parcels near Greers Ferry Lake or the Little Red River floodplain may require Arkansas Natural Resources Commission floodplain review before construction.

AR), fences 7 feet or less are exempt from a building permit under 2021 IRC R105.2 as adopted locally. City of Clinton zoning regulates fence height, material, and setback (verify with City Hall at (501) 745-8110). Fences within the Little Red River or Greers Ferry Lake regulated floodplain may need floodplain review.

AR), an at-grade uncovered concrete or paver patio is exempt from a building permit. Adding a cover, roof, or screen enclosure turns the covered area into an accessory structure requiring a building permit. Impervious surface coverage counts toward zoning lot-coverage limits.

AR), a retaining wall 4 feet or less measured from bottom of footing to top of wall, without surcharge, is exempt from a building permit under 2021 IRC R105.2 as adopted locally. Drainage and erosion control remain the owner's responsibility. Walls within Greers Ferry Lake Army Corps shoreline or Little Red River regulated floodplain require floodplain review regardless of height.