Who we are
Helping protect and maintain an attractive, safe and healthy environment for our citizens
The Planning Department is responsible for:
- Helping to protect and maintain an attractive, safe, and healthy environment for our citizens
- Addressing property development, safety, and land use activities within the City limits
- Receiving guidance from the Planning Commission to achieve the City Council’s goals and objectives.
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Planning Commission

The Planning Commission provides direction to the Planning Department to help protect, maintain, and develop an attractive, safe, and healthy environment. The Planning Commission aides in implementing the goals, objectives, and policies of the City as adopted by the City Council. … Read More
Zoning Maps
Zoning maps for Elkins available via NW Regional Planning GIS Tool
Building Inspector
Planning News
The Northwest Arkansas Economic Development District (NWAEDD) was recently awarded a Rural Business Development Grant from USDA-Rural Development. Through this grant, NWAEDD will partner with Retail Strategies, LLC to offer the Retail Academy course to six communities across Northwest Arkansas. Developed by Retail Strategies, Retail Academy educates communities on best practices to attract new retail and restaurants while providing resources to support and grow existing local businesses. The event will kick-off virtually on October 6th, 2020, and the course work will take place over the next year. The six communities that will be participating include: Elkins, Eureka Springs, Harrison, Marshall, Mountain Home, and Pea Ridge.
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HOURS OF OPERATION
8:00am - 4:30pm
Monday-Friday
The Planning Department is located at 1874 Stokenbury Rd, Elkins, AR 72727 in Elkins City Hall.