Ordinance — Harrison
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The City of Harrison has rezoned a 1.70-acre parcel (Fair Grounds Addition and part of NW¼ NW¼ Sec. 10) from C-2 and R-3 to C-3 General Commercial, effective immediately to guide future development and require compliance with C-3 rules.
Key Takeaways
- 1.70± acre parcel rezoned to C-3 General Commercial
- Rezoning applies to Lot 11, Block 7, Fair Grounds Addition
- Ordinance passed May 14, 2026 and effective immediately
- Property must now follow C-3 permitted uses and city codes
- City filed copies with City Clerk and Boone County Recorder
Research context
What to do next
- 1
Review C-3 zoning regulations
Check the Harrison Municipal Code C-3 section to confirm permitted uses and development standards before planning any project.
- 2
Contact City Planning
Consult the City of Harrison Planning Department for site-specific guidance and to confirm filing with the City Clerk and Boone County Recorder.
- 3
Verify property records
Confirm the ordinance record and parcel boundaries with the City Clerk and Boone County Recorder following the May 14, 2026 passage.
Frequently asked questions
- What property was rezoned by Ordinance No. 1549?
- Lot 11 in Block 7 of Fair Grounds Addition and part of the NW¼ NW¼ of Section 10, containing about 1.70 acres.
- When does the rezoning take effect?
- The ordinance was passed on May 14, 2026 and is declared effective immediately upon passage and filing.
- What does C-3 zoning allow on this lot?
- C-3 permits general commercial uses as defined in the Harrison Municipal Code; activities must comply with C-3 standards and other city codes.
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Legal terms in this notice
- Zoning map
- Official map showing land-use classifications and permitted uses for parcels.
- C-3 General Commercial
- A zoning classification allowing a broad range of commercial activities and uses.
- R-3 Medium Density Residential
- A zoning classification for moderate-density housing like duplexes or small apartments.
- C-2 Office Commercial
- A zoning classification limiting uses primarily to professional offices and similar businesses.
Full Notice Text
ORDINANCE NO. 1549AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 14.16.16 (ZONING MAP) OF THE HARRISON MUNICIPAL CODE TO REZONE CERTAIN LANDS FROM C-2 (OFFICE COMMERICAL) & R-3 (MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL) TO C-3 (GENERAL COMMERCIAL)BE IT ORDAINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HARRISON, ARKANSAS:Section 1: That pursuant to Title 14 of the Harrison Municipal Code, Section 14.16 of said code is hereby amended and a change from classification is made from C-2 Office Commercial and R-3 Medium Density Residential to C-3 General Commercial on the following described property within the City of Harrison, Arkansas owned by the City of Harrison, to-whit:LOT ELEVEN (11) IN BLOCK SEVEN (7) OF FAIR GROUNDS ADDITION AND A PART OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION TEN (10), TOWNSHIP EIGHTEEN (18) NORTH, RANGE TWENTY (20) WEST, BOONE COUNTY, ARKANSAS, MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: BEGINNING AT THE NORTHEAST CORNER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SAID SECTION TEN (10); THENCE SOUTH 01°35'19" WEST 878.00 FEET TO A 1/2"IRON PIPE WITH CAP #930 FOR THE SOUTHEAST CORNER OF ROSE HILL CEMETERY; THENCE ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID CEMETERY NORTH 88°42'09" WEST 150.00 FEET TO A 1/2" IRON PIPE WITH CAP #930 FOR THE POINT OF REAL BEGINNING; THENCE LEAVING SAID SOUTH LINE SOUTH 01°17'51" WEST 165.01 FEET TO A SET 1/2"IRON PIN WITH CAP #1389 ON THE NORTH RIGHT-OF-WAY OF EAST RUSH AVENUE; THENCE ALONG SAID RIGHT-OF-WAY SOUTH 84°1' 01" WEST 283.97 FEET TO ACOTTON PICKER SPINDLE ON THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY OF U.S. HIGHWAY 62-65BYPASS AT THE BEGINNING OF A CURVE CONCAVE TO THE NORTHEAST HAVING A RADIUS OF 1380.00 FEET AND A CENTRAL ANGLE OF 8°59' 22" AND BEING SUBTENDED BY A CHORD WHICH BEARS NORTH 57°54'25" WEST 216.30 FEET; THENCE LEAVING SAID NORTH RIGHT-OF-WAY RUN ALONG SAID EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY NORTHWESTERLY ALONG SAID CURVE, A DISTANCE OF 216.52 FEET TO A SET 1/2" IRON PIN WITH CAP #1389; THENCE NORTH 87°59' 10" WEST 8.00 FEET TO A SET 1/2" IRON PIN WITH CAP#1389 FOR THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF LOT ELEVEN (11) IN BLOCK SEVEN (7) OF FAIR GROUNDS ADDITION ON THE EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY OF NORTH CHESTNUT STREET; THENCE LEAVING SAID NORTH RIGHT-OF-WAY RUN ALONG SAID EAST RIGHT-OF-WAY NORTH 02°00'50" EAST 60.00 FEET TO A SET 1/2" IRON PIN WITH CAP #1389 FOR THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF SAID LOT ELEVEN (11); THENCE LEAVING SAID RIGHT-OF- WAY SOUTH 87°59' 10" ; EAST 178.00 FEET TO A SET 1/2" IRON PIN WITH CAP #1389; THENCE NORTH 02°00'50" EAST 31.00 FEET TO A 1.25” IRON PIPE FOR THE SOUTHWEST CORNER OF ROSE HILL CEMETERY; THENCE ALONG THE SOUTH LINE OF SAID CEMETERY SOUTH 88°42'09" EAST 296.53 FEET TO THE POINT OF REAL BEGINNING. CONTAINING 1.70 ACRES±, MORE OR LESS.in conformity with the findings and recommendations of the City Planning Commission of the City of Harrison, Arkansas, on the 28th day of April, 2026.Section 2: That the Zoning Map, referred to in Section 14.16 of the Harrison Municipal Code be changed to reflect the change in classification of the above-described property from C-2 Office Commercial & R-3 Medium Density Residential to C-3 General Commercial.Section 3: That after this classification of said lands, the use of said lands shall conform to the uses set forth under C-3 General Commercial zones of said code, and all activities and construction thereon shall in all other respects conform with all code requirements of the City of Harrison, Arkansas.Section 4: Emergency: This Amendment being necessary for the future growth ofHarrison, and for the purpose of controlling future development, an emergency is herebydeclared to exist, and this Amendment shall be in full force and effect from and after its passage and approval and the filing of adequate copies of same with the City Clerk the filing of copies ofthe same with the County Recorder of Boone County, Arkansas.PASSED AND ADOPTED THIS 14th day of May, 2026.CITY OF HARRISON, AKRANSASBY:ATTEST: JERRY JACKSON, MAYORJAMES WHITE, CITY CLERKThe city of Harrison Administration Department paid for publishing this ordinance at a cost of$173.00