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City of Lincoln, AR
Washington County
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New Laws (50) Index Notes (1)
[Adopted by the City Council of the City of Lincoln 1-16-2018 by Ord. No. 2018-1. Amendments noted where applicable.]
The purpose of a demolition permit is to ensure that the lot is clear of debris and other health hazard material and that the utility connections have been properly plugged and sealed.
A. 
Permit required. The owner of any land situated within the incorporated limits of the City shall neither demolish nor allow demolition of any building or structure without having obtained a demolition permit from the City.
B. 
Permit to be posted. Every demolition permit shall be prominently displayed facing the street in some type of clear, waterproof container or envelope (plastic food storage bags are acceptable). Any person who fails to display a demolition permit as required shall be guilty of a violation and subject to a fine of $50.
C. 
Small nondwelling structures The following are exempt from the requirements of this chapter if a certification is filed with the City Clerk that any electrical connections, if they existed, have been removed.
1. 
Small nondwelling structures of less than 100 square feet (e.g., 10 feet by 10 feet), such as garages and portable buildings, with no utility services.
2. 
Any type of structure with water, sewer or gas connections is not exempt.
D. 
Definitions. As used in this chapter, the following terms shall have the meanings indicated:
DEMOLITION
The removal of 2/3 or more of structural framing members, coupled with the modification of the exterior envelope, is classified as complete demolition.
All applications for a demolition permit shall be on the same form used for a building permit.
The fee for a demolition permit shall be $50.
Upon review by the City Building Official, a permit shall issue upon approval in writing by such Building Official. Any demolition permit issued under the provisions of this chapter will remain valid only for a period of 90 days from its date of issue, and becomes void if demolition has not been completed within that period, or unless it is renewed within that period. A one-time renewal at no additional cost is allowed.
[Amended 8-21-2018 by Ord. No. 2018-17]
The following requirements must be met prior to issuance of any demolition permit, except the item in Subsection E which must be done before final inspection:
A. 
Commercial and/or industrial structures will require a copy of the notice of intent or an asbestos abatement permit from the Arkansas Department of Environmental Quality (501-682-0718).
B. 
A sewer seal that meets state code must be installed.
C. 
All utilities must be properly capped as a part of the demolition.
D. 
If the cost of the demolition exceeds $20,000, only persons holding an Arkansas commercial contractor's license may perform the demolition. Said contractor shall provide a surety bond, payable to the City of Lincoln, Arkansas, in the amount of $10,000.
E. 
The ground is to be left in a condition smooth enough to be mowed and any foundation or slab must be removed.
Following the completion of the demolition, the City Building Official will be contacted to conduct an inspection. Each inspection by the Building Official shall cost $100. Should all utilities be found properly capped and the site properly cleaned, the City will release the surety bond.
Failure to comply with the requirements of this chapter shall subject the violator to a fine of $300 in addition to the cost of the demolition permit upon a finding of guilty in the appropriate District Court.