Anyone who does contract work at a residence in Arkansas will be affected by Act 1208. Beginning January 1, 2012, anyone doing work at a residence when the project is $2,000 or more including labor and material must have a license from the Contractors Licensing Board.
There is a “grandfathering” period from July 27, 2011 until December 31, 2011. During that time period not test will be required to obtain a license but you must complete and submit the application to be grandfathered by December 31, 2011.
The penalty for performing work at a residence without a license can be up to $400 per day.
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Click here for the Licensing Application.
