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Do I need a permit for accessory dwelling unit (adu) in North Little Rock?

Permit likely required

Most likely yes. Accessory dwelling unit (adu) usually requires a permit in Arkansas. Confirm the specifics with North Little Rock.

Act 313 of 2025 (ACA 14-56-205) bars cities and towns from prohibiting at least one accessory dwelling unit by right on a lot with a single-family dwelling, capped at 75 percent of the home's floor area or 1,000 square feet, whichever is less; it covers municipalities, not counties, and does not supersede regulatory requirements. A city may still charge its usual building fees on top of an application fee capped at $250, and may require a will-serve letter or Department of Health approval where municipal water or sewer is not available. Act 313 changes zoning, not the building code: the ADU still needs a building permit where the city or county issues them.

Get the checklist for your accessory dwelling unit (adu) in North Little Rock. A free check first, then a free printable Permit Prep Pack.

Documents you may need

  • Building permit applicationRequired
  • Site plan with setbacks and utility connectionsRequired
  • Scaled floor plans, elevations, and framing detailsRequired
  • Water and sewer will-serve letter or Department of Health approvalLikely required
  • Energy and mechanical detailsSometimes required

Possible inspections

  • Foundation and footing inspection
  • Framing inspection
  • Rough electrical, plumbing, and mechanical inspections
  • Final inspection

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a permit for accessory dwelling unit (adu) in North Little Rock?
Most likely yes. Accessory dwelling unit (adu) usually requires a permit in Arkansas. Confirm the specifics with North Little Rock. The documents and inspections sections on this page list what the building department typically asks for.
Who issues the permit in North Little Rock?
The local building department for North Little Rock handles permitting. This page lists its contact details and online portal. Your mailing city is not always the permitting authority, so confirm the jurisdiction before you apply.
How do I find out the exact requirements for my project?
Run the free PermitRoadmap check for your specific project and answers. It returns the likely permits, documents, inspections, and next steps, each linked to its official source.

PermitRoadmap is an independent informational service and is not affiliated with any city, county, state agency, or permitting authority. Results are informational and do not replace confirming requirements with the local permitting authority.