Building Codes

We are committed to providing outstanding service by ensuring commercial buildings and residential homes constructed, altered or maintained in the City of Searcy meet the recognized standard for overall quality of life and building safety through enforcement of adopted codes and ordinances.

Codes Enforced:

Arkansas Fire Prevention Code - 2021 Edition (based on the International Building Code, 2021 Edition)

NFPA 101 - Life Safety Code, 2003 Edition (as adopted by the State of Arkansas)

Arkansas State Plumbing Code - 2018 Edition

Arkansas State Gas Code - 2018 Edition

International Mechanical Code – 2021 Edition

National Electric Code 2020 Edition (As currently adopted by the State of Arkansas)

City of Searcy Code of Ordinances

City of Searcy Current Zoning Code

City of Searcy Zoning Map (updated 2024)

Land Development & Subdivision Regulations

Searcy Electrical Code

Searcy Mechanical Code

Swimming Pool Code

Sign Code (Searcy Zoning Code: Chapter 7)

Drainage Ordinance

Design Standards (Façade) Ordinance

Landscaping Requirements

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