Fort Smith residences and businesses are required to obtain building permits when undertaking any substantive contracting work.

This process ensures the resident/business owner that the contractor hired is held accountable for quality workmanship and the long-term safety of the property owner, as well as future owners and occupants of the structure.

On this page is a “Building Permit Process flow chart explaining how the process works and how long each step is expected to take.

With questions, contact the City of Fort Smith Building Safety Division.

Jimmie Deer, Building Official
623 Garrison Avenue, Room 405
Fort Smith, AR 72901

Phone: 479.784.2206
Fax: 479.784.1030