Frequently Asked Questions
Municipal Codes
Yes, if you live in an R-1SB zone you are required to get a permit. Each household is permitted to have (4) four sales per year. The permit is good for one year and is $5.
Your notice should include details of the infraction and the time to remedy it. If you feel this is an error, need more time, or have questions please contact the Code Enforcement Office during normal business hours. We are more than willing to work with people on violations as long as we have a reasonable plan in place.
Yes, provided you meet both the setback requirements of your zone and the zoning regulations (if any). A permit is required for a storage or detached building. They can be applied for online here.
The cost is $40.00 plus $1 per $1,000 cost.
Yes, provided your parcel is zoned R1-MH and a building permit is obtained first. You can apply for a permit here.
Yes, you can burn your leaves, sticks, grass clippings, and other natural vegetation in the city as long as there are is no burn ban and it’s not in violation of City ordinances regarding burning.
No, it is against both city and state law to burn any trash, refuse, or man-made materials anywhere in the State.
Permits & Licensing
Yes, a building permit is required to for a storage or detached building. The cost is $40 plus $1 per $1,000 in construction costs. You can apply for the permit here.
Part of the permit requirements will be to ensure you meet the required setbacks for the zoning rules on your property.
Yes, if you live in an R-1SB zone you are required to get a permit. Each household is permitted to have (4) four sales per year. The permit is good for one year and is $5.
No, a permit is not required to build a fence. However, it is not permissible to build a fence in your front yard or past your front “build line.”
Any fencing on the front yard requires approval from the Planning Commission.
No, a permit is not required to build a deck.
No, a permit is not required for an above ground pool or spa.
Please see this link or search the Mayflower Municipal Codes.
City Meetings
The City Council regularly meets twice per month at the Mayflower City Center at 6:30 P.M. All meetings are open to the public and the public is encouraged to attend.
The City Council workshops are held on the second Thursday of the month. The City Council regular meetings are held the 4th Tuesday of every month.
The Mayflower Planning Commission regularly meets once per month on the second Tuesday of each month at 6:30 P.M. at the Mayflower City Center.
All meetings are open to the public and the public is encouraged to attend.
Yes, regular meetings of the Mayflower City Council and the Planning Commission are streamed online. Workshop meetings are not.
You can view the live-stream and archived videos on our Facebook page here.
Business Services
Yes, all businesses within the City limits of Mayflower are required to obtain an annual privilege license. This includes food trucks and mobile vendors. The fee is $125.
No, the city provides residential waste hauling services through a third party. All businesses must hire their own provider to dispose of waste.
Commercial zones are required to properly screen their cans and/or dumpsters from public view.
Yes, the Fire Marshal’s office will conduct annual fire prevention inspections in commercial occupancies to ensure adherence to the Arkansas Fire Prevention Codes.
