For Businesses
Whether you’re starting a business or you’ve been here for 30 years, we are here to help. Scroll down to see the services we offer and to meet our community partners who are ready to work with you!
Building & Code Enforcement
The Building Department administers and enforces regulatory codes and ordinances to protect Arkadelphia residents and businesses from health and building hazards. This is done through the issuance of permits for all types of work involved in the construction or repair of any structure, and the enforcement of all codes for building, fire, electrical, gas, plumbing, mechanical and housing.
The City of Arkadelphia’s Building Department is eager to work with you and help you get your projects done!
CLICK HERE to download the forms you need to start your project in Arkadelphia.
Economic Development
Located in the foothills of the Ouachita Mountains, Arkadelphia, Arkansas is a fantastic place to live, work and play.
In addition to its scenic views and outdoor recreation opportunities, Arkadelphia is home to:
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10,380 residents
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2, 4-year universities
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Perfectly situated along I-30
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One hour north of Texarkana, TX
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One hour south of Little Rock, Arkansas
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3.5 hours from Dallas, TX
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3 hours from Memphis, TN
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If you’re interested in starting a business or expanding your business into Arkadelphia, please contact City Clerk Chama Williams for more information.
You can also contact the Arkadelphia Alliance and Area Chamber of Commerce and the Arkansas Small Business and Technology Development Center for further assistance.
Start your business here
Businesses in Arkadelphia are not required to obtain an occupation tax permit. However, there are a few things you should do before you start your business-building journey. Below, you will find some guidelines the City of Arkadelphia and the State of Arkansas require you to follow.
Tax ID Number
Employer Identification Number (EIN)
Click here to apply online for an Employer Identification Number
Incorporating Your Business
To register or incorporate a state trademark, you must contact the Arkansas Secretary of State’s Office. There is a one-time $50.00 filing fee and a minimum $150.00 annual franchise fee. To file for incorporation contact:
Secretary of State’s Office | Business/Commerical Services Division
1401 West Capitol Ave, Suite 250 | Little Rock, AR
(501)682-3409
Arkansas State & Local Tax Info
SALES TAX BREAKDOWN:
State of Arkansas: 6.5%
City of Arkadelphia: 2.0%
Clark County: 1.5%
Total: 10.0%
To obtain your Arkansas Sales Tax Number, CLICK HERE to contact the Arkansas Department of Finance and Administration.
New businesses must complete an application for withholding taxes for employees (form AR4ER). Applicants should include their Federal ID Number with the application. CLICK HERE to download the form.
For more information on what you need to do to start a business in Arkansas, CLICK HERE.
Industry Specific Licensing
Contractors
Arkansas Licenses both commercial and residential contractors.
CLICK HERE to apply for a license to work on construction projects.
Electricians
CLICK HERE to apply for an Electrician’s License.
Plumbing
To practice plumbing work outside of your property (residence or agriculture building), you must have a license from the State of Arkansas. CLICK HERE to apply for a license.
Massage Therapy
CLICK HERE to apply for a massage therapy license.
Obtaining a Liquor License
To obtain a Liquor License you must complete an application and submit it to:
Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
5515 West 7th Street Suite 503 | Little Rock, AR 72201
(501)682-1105
Additionally, to obtain a permit, applicants must attend a 4-hour educational seminar that is provided by the Alcoholic Beverages Control Division (ABC). These seminars are provided twice monthly. Permit fees range from $0 to $1,000.00, with an additional federal occupational tax of approximately $250.00. City taxes on selling alcohol depend on whether your business is retail or a restaurant. Restaurant alcohol taxes depend on the seating capacity of your facility, while retail is based on sales. If a retail business is new and doesn’t have a sales record to base its sales on, taxes will start at no less than $15.00 and it is determined on annual sales after that point. Annual sales are recorded from July 1st to June 30th of the following year.
Arkadelphia Liquor Tax
Restaurants
A permit to sell alcoholic beverages is based on seating capacity.
Restaurants with a seating capacity of 0-99 seats must pay $500.00 annually.
Restaurants with a seating capacity exceeding 100 must pay $1,000 annually.
Additionally, 10% of all alcohol sales must be paid to the City of Arkadelphia.
Retail
Beer/Wine-only sales – Code B – Must pay $20.00 per year with an additional $5 per / $1,000 of revenue from alcohol sales exceeding $2,000.
Beer/Wine and Liquor – Code A – Must pay $425.00 per year with an additional $5 per / $1,000 of revenue from alcohol sales exceeding $2,000.
Clark County Assessor
Arkansas law requires all businesses to assess their Business Personal Property each year between January 1 and May 31.0
Assessments are now available to complete online at http://www.clarkcountyarkansas.com.
If you would like to assess by completing the Commercial Personal Property Assessment Form, please contact the Assessor’s office at 870-246-4431.
Zoning
People who are looking for property to establish their business should speak with the City of Arkadelphia Building Department using the information below. For those wanting to rezone an existing property, you must go before the City of Arkadelphia Planning Commission. This can be coordinated by the City of Arkadelphia Building Department.
City of Arkadelphia, Building Department
700 Clay Street, Arkadelphia, AR 71923
Phone: (870)246-1818