Building Fees & Impact Fees in Fort Smith, [object Object]
Total government fees for new construction in Fort Smith, Sebastian County, AR. Includes impact fees, utility connections, permits, and assessments.
$4,750
Estimated Total Fees — Standard Single-Family Home
Based on typical 2,000 sq ft home, $300K construction value. Actual fees vary by project.
Fee Breakdown
| Fee Type | Amount | Basis |
|---|
| Building Permit Fee |
0.005% |
Of construction value |
| Water Connection Fee |
$1,500 |
Flat fee |
| Sewer Connection Fee |
$1,000 |
Flat fee |
| Plan Review Fee |
$150 |
Flat fee |
Important Notes:
- Arkansas does NOT have statewide impact fee enabling legislation — one of few states without it.
- Fort Smith does not charge traditional impact fees for transportation, parks, or schools.
- Building permit fee is percentage-based: approximately 0.5% of construction value.
- Lower overall fees than Little Rock due to older infrastructure and lower growth pressure.
- Estimate based on $300,000 home: ~$1,500 permit + $1,500 water + $1,000 sewer + $150 plan review + misc = ~$4,750.
- Fort Smith is on the western AR border along the Oklahoma state line (Sebastian County).
Sources & Accuracy: Fee data sourced from Fort Smith published fee schedules
(effective 2025).
Data confidence:
Partial.
Official source:
View Fee Schedule
Fees change periodically. Always confirm current fees with the city building department before budgeting.