Referral requirements — Procedures
Effective Mar 30, 2026Ark. R. 2026-26 (eff. March 30, 2026)Arkansas Code § 14-1-506
(a) If a local government official and a private professional provider are unable to resolve a dispute on matters concerning state law or state-adopted building codes, the matter may be referred to the Department of Labor and Licensing by either party by submitting in writing for each matter in dispute by email for the department’s consideration:
- (1) A clear and concise description of the matter in dispute;
- (2) The party’s position and all supporting reasons and documents that support the party’s position;
- (3) If desired, one (1) or more sworn statements in support of the party’s position; and
- (4) Proof of service of the referral along with all supporting documentation upon the department and other party by email.
(b) Either party may reply to one (1) or more items referred under subsection (a) of this section by delivering within five (5) business days in writing by email to the department and the other party for each matter the party disputes:
- (1) The party’s position and all supporting reasons and documents that support the party’s position;
- (2) If desired, one (1) or more sworn statements in support of the party’s position; and
- (3) Proof of service of the referral along with all supporting documentation upon the department and other party by email.
(c) All referrals and replies shall be submitted to the department by email to the following email addresses: (1) ADLL.Boiler@arkansas.gov;
- (2) ADLL.Electrical@arkansas.gov;
- (3) ADLL.Elevator@arkansas.gov; and
- (4) ADLL.HVAC@arkansas.gov.
- (d) The failure of any party to comply with this section shall prevent the party’s submission from being considered.