Arkansas Administrative Code Agency 033 - Contractors Licensing Board
Here’s a refined overview of Arkansas Administrative Code – Agency 033: Contractors Licensing Board, covering its key Chapters and rules:
📘 1. General Rules & Licensing Basics (Rule 033.00.00‑001)
Licenses issued under the official name/address; any changes (name, address, ownership, qualifier) must be reported within 15 days (regulations.justia.com).
Five applicant categories: individual, partnership, corporation, LLC, LLP. Each must designate a “qualifying party” (trade/business and law exam) (regulations.justia.com).
If a qualifier departs, you must notify the Board in 15 days and replace them within 30 days (regulations.justia.com).
License renewal: renewal notices sent ~60 days ahead; must file by expiration date with fee to maintain coverage until next meeting (regulations.justia.com).
🛠️ 2. License Expiration, Renewal, Experience & Classification (Rule 033.00.11‑002)
Experience: Applicants must have minimum 5 years in the relevant classification to qualify (casetext.com).
Classification model:
General Contractor classifications include: Heavy Construction (HC), Highway/Rail/Airport (HRA), Municipal/Utility (MU), Building (B), Light Building (LB).
Others (Electrical, Mechanical, Specialty) are considered subcontractors (casetext.com).
Specific license-holder requirements:
Electrical: must employ ≥1 full-time Master Electrician (Arkansas Board of Electrical Examiners) (casetext.com).
Mechanical: must employ ≥1 Master Plumber (Environmental Health Plumbing Section) AND ≥1 Class A or B HVACR (Arkansas HVACR Board) (casetext.com).
Specialty Plumbing and HVACR: must have appropriate Master or Class A/B licensees on staff .
A licensee must hold any additional statutory license/permit required by other authorities to operate legally (casetext.com).
⚖️ 3. Rule Amendments (Rule 033.00.87‑001)
Rules are updated quarterly. The latest version is current through Register Vol. 50, No. 3 (March 2025) (regulations.justia.com).
Contractors must notify the Board of any name, address, ownership, or classification changes within 15 days (regulations.justia.com).
🏗️ 4. Residential-Specific Definitions & Exemptions (Rule 033.00.08‑001)
Clarifies “qualifying party” roles (corporate partners/officers or full-time employees) (regulations.justia.com).
Defines residential scope:
“Own residence”, “single-family residence” (1–4 units, ≥$20k), and “residential remodeling” terms,
Developers constructing their own residence are exempt if they contract licensed builders and provide ≥1‑year warranties at closing (regulations.justia.com).
📝 5. Compliance Enforcement & Appeals (Rule 033.00.00‑001 & others)
Complaints must be detailed, including site info and your contact info; the Board/investigator will respond if requested in writing (law.cornell.edu).
Applications denied due to violations require resubmission and restart of the 30‑day processing wait (law.cornell.edu).
Hearings & appeals follow the Arkansas Administrative Procedure Act, with specific timelines (e.g. appeal filings due in 10 days after residential committee decisions) (law.cornell.edu).
✅ Summary Table
Topic
Key Highlights
Licensing Categories
Individual, Partnership, Corporation, LLC, LLP. Must have a qualifier.
License Changes
Notify Board within 15 days of any change.
Renewals
Notices 60 days prior; timely filing by expiration ensures coverage.
Experience
5 years’ relevant experience required.
Classifications
General vs. Specialty; staff licensing required (Electrical, Mechanical, etc.).
Residential Roles
Definitions provided; “own residence” exemptions under conditions.
Enforcement
Formal complaints, investigations, hearings with appeal rights specified.
🔍 Want More Details?
Commercial/Residential laws (act numbers, bond requirements, committee procedures).
Financial strength, net worth, or bonding thresholds per classification.
Recent proposed amendments (from public hearing 2022–2025).
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