Benson, AZ — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Benson Building Department

Street address

120 W. Sixth Street, Benson, AZ 85602

Phone

520-720-6328

Coverage

Benson maintains a local city building department and published residential permit requirements.

Additional resources

Residential Permit Requirements ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Benson

Benson's published residential permit requirements reflect a standard local building permit program with plan review, inspection, and utility-clearance prerequisites.

Note: The reviewed Benson public documents do not publish a separate permit-exemption handout. Applicants should verify exemptions directly with the Building Department before proceeding without a permit.

Required documents

Detached site plan
Two complete sets of scaled construction plans
Soils report at plan submittal
Engineered design for structural components such as retaining walls 4 feet or more
HOA review verification if applicable

Building code: Benson's code-amendment packet shows the City adopted the 2015 ICC construction codes and the 2015 International Fire Code amendments, with permit fees based on Benson City Code Chapter 16 and plan review at 65% of the permit fee.
Permit validity: Benson's residential permit requirements state building permits are valid for 180 days from issue date. If no progress has been documented by inspection for a consecutive six-month period, the permit expires. A one-time six-month extension may be requested within the initial 12-month period if significant progress has been made.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Complete plan check through the Building Department or the City's contracted firm before permit issuance.
02

Satisfy pre-issuance site conditions identified by the City, including hydrant availability, roadway access requirements, and ADEQ utility completion or permission-to-operate requirements where applicable.
03

Submit a detached site plan and two complete sets of scaled construction plans, plus soils report and engineered structural components where required.
04

Obtain required inspections through construction and final approval before occupancy.

Source: City of Benson Building Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Benson building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Plan check fee

65% of the permit fee

Permit fee formula

Building permit fees are based on the fee schedule established in City Code Chapter 16. Permit valuation may be set by actual cost or by the ICC Building Valuation Data table at the Building Official's discretion.

Reinspection fee

Based on the fee schedule in Chapter 16; after payment, a 24-hour waiting period applies before the next inspection request unless waived by the Building Official.

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

520-720-6328 (phone)

Typical sequence: Benson's residential permit requirements publish the City's required inspection sequence, including site, grading, footing, sub-floor plumbing and electrical, pre-pour, bond beam, roof and wall shear nailing, lath, framing, drywall, and final.

Source: City of Benson Building Department ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Benson permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Benson, AZ? ▸

Benson's published residential permit requirements reflect a standard local building permit program with plan review, inspection, and utility-clearance prerequisites.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Benson, AZ? ▸

Building permit fees in Benson, AZ are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Building permit fees are based on the fee schedule established in City Code Chapter 16. Permit valuation may be set by actual cost or by the ICC Building Valuation Data table at the Building Official's discretion.. Plan check fee: 65% of the permit fee.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Benson, AZ? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Benson, AZ, follow these steps: 1. Complete plan check through the Building Department or the City's contracted firm before permit issuance. 2. Satisfy pre-issuance site conditions identified by the City, including hydrant availability, roadway access requirements, and ADEQ utility completion or permission-to-operate requirements where applicable. 3. Submit a detached site plan and two complete sets of scaled construction plans, plus soils report and engineered structural components where required. 4. Obtain required inspections through construction and final approval before occupancy.

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Benson, AZ? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Benson, AZ via: 520-720-6328.

last verified April 2026 source City of Benson Building Department ↗ entry id permits/arizona/cochise/benson

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Benson Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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