This bill amends the law regarding permitting for residential construction in Arkansas by introducing provisions for the establishment of "housing improvement zones" by local governments. It adds a new section to the Arkansas Code, specifically 14-1-506, which defines key terms such as "housing improvement zone," "home inspection," "home inspector," and "residential unit." The bill allows local governing bodies to designate specific areas for residential unit improvement projects, thereby facilitating the development process.

One of the significant changes introduced by this bill is that properties located within these designated housing improvement zones will be exempt from all permits related to the development of residential unit improvement projects, streamlining the construction process. However, it also stipulates that any property in these zones must pass a home inspection conducted by a certified home inspector upon completion of the improvement project, ensuring that safety and quality standards are maintained.