Newsletter

Subscribe For Latest Updates
Want to know what’s happening in Highfill? Subscribe to Highfill Highlights and get the latest news and events delivered directly to you.
By subscribing, you agree with our privacy policy and our terms of service.

Highfill Planning Commission – What’s Being Reviewed

Highfill Highlights

April 21, 2026

Notice of Highfill Planning Commission Meeting

The Highfill Planning Commission will hold a meeting on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers at Highfill City Hall to review zoning and development proposals that may influence future land use and growth in the community.

Meeting Guidelines:

• Please sign in when you arrive.
• Use the posted QR code at the sign-in table to access the full Planning Commission packet.
• Agendas and supporting materials are available ahead of time to help residents stay informed.
• Public Hearing: Your input counts! Come be part of the conversation and share your thoughts on upcoming public hearing items. If you can’t make it in person, you’re welcome to send in your comments ahead of time.

Public Hearing – Proposed RE (Residential Estate) Zoning District

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed update to the City’s zoning code to create a new RE (Residential Estate) district.

The proposed RE district is intended to provide a transition between traditional neighborhoods and more rural properties by allowing larger residential lots and lower-density development.

Review the Proposal

What the RE District Would Allow

Permitted Uses:

  • Single-family homes
  • Accessory buildings
  • Family daycare homes

Conditional Uses:

  • Parks and recreation areas
  • Other similar low-intensity uses as approved by the Planning Commission

Key Development Standards

  • Minimum lot size: 0.5 acres
  • Minimum lot width: 85 feet
  • Setbacks:
    • Front: 25 feet
    • Side: 20–25 feet
    • Rear: 25 feet
  • Height limit: 2.5 stories / 35 feet
  • Parking: Minimum of 2 off-street spaces per home

Public Hearing – Submit Comments

Members of the public may submit written comments for the Planning Commission’s consideration prior to the meeting.

Submit a Comment Online

Please use the form below to submit comments directly to City staff for inclusion in the public record:


Other Ways to Submit Comments

  • Mail or in person: City of Highfill, 2560 W Highway 12, Highfill, Arkansas 72734

All comments received before the meeting will be provided to the Planning Commission for review.

Written comments received by 12:00 PM on the day of the meeting will be provided to the Planning Commission for review.

Savannah Park Subdivision – Final Plat

The Planning Commission will consider a request for Final Plat approval for Savannah Park Subdivision, Phase 1 at the April 28, 2026, meeting.

Project Details

  • Applicant: Savannah Park LLC
  • Parcel Number: 22-000008-080
  • Location: Highway 12, Highfill

View the Property and Documents

Overview

Savannah Park LLC has submitted a request for Final Plat approval for Savannah Park Subdivision, Phase 1 / Tract A, located along Highway 12.

The property is currently zoned R-2 (Single-Family Residential) and includes:

  • 60 residential lots
  • 7 commercial lots along Highway 12

Property Information

  • Total Size: 40.05 acres
  • Current Zoning: Residential & Commercial
  • Surrounding Zoning: R-R, R-1, and Commercial
  • Existing Use: Residential
  • Surrounding Uses: Residential and Agricultural

Code Compliance

This request has been reviewed for compliance with:

  • Zoning Code
  • Subdivision Code
  • Large Scale Development Code
  • Setback Requirements

Status: Meets all applicable requirements

Staff Recommendation

Staff recommends approval of the Final Plat for Savannah Park Subdivision, Phase 1 / Tract A.

Approval of Minutes

The Commission will review and consider approval of the minutes from the March 24, 2026, Regular Planning Commission Meeting.

Access Meeting Materials

Meeting materials are available online:

At the meeting, you may scan the posted QR code to access the same materials.

Virtual Attendance

Residents who cannot attend in person are encouraged to participate remotely. Details and access instructions are available on the City of Highfill website. Whether in person or online, your engagement is critical—help us make Highfill a community where everyone’s voice matters.

Understanding the Planning Commission’s Role

The Planning Commission plays a key role in guiding the city’s growth. This volunteer board reviews land use proposals, zoning requests, and subdivision plans to ensure they align with Highfill’s zoning regulations and comprehensive plan.

Public input is welcome—but please note: residents may only speak on public hearing items listed on the agenda. This helps ensure comments are focused on proposals under formal review.

In contrast, during meetings of the Highfill City Council, residents are invited to speak during the Public Comment section of the agenda. Unlike Planning Commission meetings, this portion allows you to address the Council on any topic, not just agenda items.

Meeting agendas and supporting materials are posted in advance so residents can stay informed about topics that may impact their neighborhood.

Meeting Conduct and Expectations

The City of Highfill works to maintain orderly, respectful, and productive public meetings so that all participants have an opportunity to be heard.

All participants are expected to remain respectful during meetings. The City does not allow disruptive behavior, including name-calling, repeated interruptions, or conduct that interferes with the orderly progress of the meeting.

If disruptive behavior continues, the presiding official may remove an individual from the meeting in order to maintain order and allow the meeting to proceed.

Frequently Asked Questions – Arkansas Public Meeting Laws

Q: What law governs public meetings in Arkansas?
A: Public meetings are governed by the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act (FOIA), which ensures that government business is conducted openly and transparently.

Q: What is considered a “public meeting”?
A: A public meeting includes any gathering of a governing body where official business is discussed or decided. This applies whether the meeting is formal or informal.

Q: Are public meetings required to be open to the public?
A: Yes. Under Arkansas law, all meetings of governing bodies must be open to the public unless a specific legal exception applies (such as certain executive sessions).

Q: What is an executive session?
A: An executive session is a portion of a meeting that is closed to the public and is only allowed for specific purposes, such as discussing personnel matters. Any final decisions must be made in public.

Q: Who can attend an executive session?
A: Attendance is limited to specific individuals such as the top administrator, the employee involved, and their supervisor, if requested by the governing body.

Q: Can decisions be made in executive session?
A: No. Any decision made in executive session is not valid unless the governing body returns to open session and votes publicly.

Q: What notice is required for public meetings?
A:

  • Regular Meetings: The time and place should be established and made known to the public.
  • Special or Called Meetings: At least 2 hours’ notice must be provided to the media that have requested notice.

Q: Is the City required to post agendas publicly?
A: Agendas for regular meetings are posted at least three (3) days in advance, and agendas for special meetings are posted at least two (2) hours prior to the meeting. Agendas may be updated as needed to address City business.

Q: Is the City required to post meetings on social media or a website?
A: No. The law requires notice to the media, not posting on websites or social media. However, these tools are commonly used to improve public awareness and access.

Q: Are meeting recordings or minutes required?
A: Yes. Open public meetings must be recorded in a way that captures sound (audio or video), and those recordings must be kept for at least one year. Executive sessions are not required to be recorded.

Q: Can citizens participate or ask questions during meetings?
A: The law guarantees the right to attend and observe meetings, but it does not require a governing body to allow public comment. Many cities choose to allow public input as part of their meeting procedures.

Q: Can citizens attend meetings virtually?
A: Arkansas law does not require virtual access. However, if a city chooses to offer virtual attendance (such as through Zoom), it must still ensure the meeting remains open and accessible to the public.

Q: How is Highfill going beyond legal requirements?
A: The City of Highfill exceeds minimum requirements by:

  • Posting agendas and meeting packets 7 days in advance
  • Sharing notices via website, social media, and e-newsletter
  • Providing live Zoom access to meetings
  • Maintaining recordings for public review

These efforts are intended to maximize transparency and encourage community involvement.

It’s My Town!