Welcome New Residents
New Resident Information
Welcome to Mayflower! We’re excited to have you join our growing city. As a new resident here are some tips and common questions to help you get acclimated to your new city.
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Common Questions
Where is City Hall?
The Mayflower Center Center is at 5 Ashmore Drive and houses the District Court, Police Department, and Mayor’s Office. At this time there is no staffed “City Hall” window or counter that citizens can visit to speak with a person to obtain information, permits, or ask questions. City offices are departments are spread across multiple buildings.
Permits, planning & zoning, code enforcement, and general inquiries can be addressed at the front desk at the Mayflower Water Works building. From there, you will be guided to the appropriate resource of office.
All other inquiries can be made by calling the main switchboard at 501-470-1337 and following the prompts to the Office you need to speak with.
Are there any child care facilities in the city?
At this time there are no childcare facilities within the Mayflower city limits.
What do I need a permit for?
Some common things permits from the City of Mayflower are required for:
- Accessory storage buildings
- Carports
- New additions to your home
- Fences (Front Yards)
- New Construction
Can I bring a mobile home into the city limits?
Yes, but only in areas zoned more mobile homes. Permits and inspections are required as well as adherence to zoning and setback requirements.
Can I burn yard waste in the city limts?
Yes, it is permissible to burn natural vegetation such as leaves, brush, grass clippings, etc. in the city limits so long as there in burn ban and you are following setbacks as prescribed in city ordinances.
Can I burn trash in the city limts?
No, it is against state law to burn anything man-made.
Can I put in a septic tank?
Please contact Mayflower Water Works for a direct answer to your situation.
However, as a general rule septic tanks are no longer allowed and all residents are required to accept city sewer services with some exceptions.
Is it possible to have my property rezoned?
Yes, it is possible. The first step is to present your petition for rezoning to the Mayflower Planning Commission. Please visit their page to find out more information on this process.
