What does this ordinance change in Bentonville?

It replaces old zoning district names in the municipal code with the new zoning district titles from the Bentonville Community Code.

Where can I see the specific zoning name changes?

The specific changes are listed in Attachment A: Zoning District Updates, on file with the City Clerk.

Does this affect current zoning regulations for my property?

Only the district names are updated for consistency; applicable zoning rules follow the newly adopted Bentonville Community Code.

Ordinance — Bentonville

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The Bentonville City Council amends the municipal code to replace old zoning district names with the new districts adopted in the Bentonville Community Code, adopting an attached map of updates by reference. The change ensures consistency across the municipal code.

Key Takeaways

Ordinance updates zoning district references for consistency
Attachment A (Zoning District Updates) is adopted by reference
Applies citywide wherever old district names appear
Includes a severability clause for invalid provisions

Published: May 17, 2026 · 2 days ago
Category: Ordinance
City: Bentonville

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What to do next

1
Review Attachment A
Request or inspect Attachment A: Zoning District Updates at the City Clerk's office to see exact name changes.
2
Check property zoning
Confirm your property's current zoning under the Bentonville Community Code to understand any practical effects.
3
Contact Planning Department
If unclear how changes affect you, contact Bentonville Planning Department or City Clerk for clarification.

Frequently asked questions

What does this ordinance change in Bentonville?: It replaces old zoning district names in the municipal code with the new zoning district titles from the Bentonville Community Code.
Where can I see the specific zoning name changes?: The specific changes are listed in Attachment A: Zoning District Updates, on file with the City Clerk.
Does this affect current zoning regulations for my property?: Only the district names are updated for consistency; applicable zoning rules follow the newly adopted Bentonville Community Code.

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Legal terms in this notice

adopted by reference: A document is made part of the ordinance without restating its full text in the ordinance.
severability provision: A clause saying if one part is invalid, the rest of the ordinance still stands.

Full Notice Text

ORDINANCE NO. 2026-99
A ORDINANCE AMENDING THE BENTONVILLE MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE ZONING DISTRICT REFERENCES FOR CONSISTENCY WITH THE RECENTLY ADOPTED BENTONVILLE COMMUNITY CODE; AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES. 
WHEREAS, City Council has adopted the Bentonville Community Code which established new zoning districts and repealed the previous zoning districts; and
WHEREAS, the previous zoning districts are referenced in multiple sections in the Bentonville Municipal Code and should be updated to the current zoning district titles.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BENTONVILLE, ARKANSAS, THAT: 
Section 1: That Bentonville Municipal Code should be and is hereby amended with Attachment A: Zoning District Updates, three copies of which are on file with the City Clerk and which is hereby adopted by reference as though it were copied herein fully; 
Section 2 - Severability Provision: If any part of this Ordinance is held invalid, the remainder of this Ordinance s

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