Bentonville, AR — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Building and Fire Safety Division, Bentonville Fire Department

Street address

305 SW A Street, Bentonville, AR 72712-5256

Phone

(479) 271-3108

Coverage

Covers the incorporated city limits of Bentonville. All permit types (building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, moving, demolition, sign, pool, fire alarm, fire sprinkler, fire kitchen hood, fence) are administered through this division.

Online portal

eTrakit (CSQR Cloud)

eTrakit

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Bentonville

New construction; additions; alterations; repairs affecting structural elements or MEP systems; electrical, mechanical, plumbing work; fences; signs; pools; demolition; moving structures; fire alarm and fire sprinkler systems.

Scope of work

Permit?

Minor repairs and maintenance that do not affect structural elements or MEP systems.

Exempt

Exempt Minor repairs and maintenance that do not affect structural elements or MEP systems.

Note: Specific exemptions follow the adopted Arkansas Fire Prevention Code exemptions; consult the department or see Bentonville Municipal Code.

Required documents

Varies by project type. Residential: site plan, floor plan, construction documents.
Commercial: engineered drawings may be required.
See application-specific requirements at city website.

Building code: Most recently adopted Arkansas Fire Prevention Code incorporating the International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC) with state and local amendments.
Owner-builder: Not specifically published on main permit pages; contact department.
Contractor requirements: Arkansas contractor license required; subcontractors must be licensed for MEP work.

Source: Building and Fire Safety Division, Bentonville Fire Department ↗

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Determine permit type needed (residential, commercial, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, sign, pool, fence, etc.).
02

Obtain a Registered User Account by calling (479) 271-3108 if not already registered.
03

Log into eTrakit at https://bent.csqrcloud.com/community-etrakit/ and complete the online application.
04

Upload required plans and supporting documents through the portal.
05

Pay applicable fees online.
06

Plans are reviewed; applicant notified of approval or corrections needed.
07

Permit is issued; post permit on site.
08

Schedule inspections through eTrakit or by phone as each phase of work is completed.
09

Pass all inspections; obtain final approval and certificate of occupancy.

Source: Building and Fire Safety Division, Bentonville Fire Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Bentonville building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Plan check fee

Not separately stated in available sources.

Permit fee formula

Valuation-based using ICC Building Valuation Data Table (updated biannually). Fee calculated per table based on construction valuation.

Online payment available through eTrakit.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

eTrakit portal (online)
(479) 271-3108 (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Bentonville permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Bentonville, AR? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Bentonville, AR? ▸

Building permit fees in Bentonville, AR are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based using ICC Building Valuation Data Table (updated biannually). Fee calculated per table based on construction valuation.. Plan check fee: Not separately stated in available sources..

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Bentonville, AR? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Bentonville, AR, follow these steps: 1. Determine permit type needed (residential, commercial, mechanical, electrical, plumbing, sign, pool, fence, etc.). 2. Obtain a Registered User Account by calling (479) 271-3108 if not already registered. 3. Log into eTrakit at https://bent.csqrcloud.com/community-etrakit/ and complete the online application. 4. Upload required plans and supporting documents through the portal. 5. Pay applicable fees online. 6. Plans are reviewed; applicant notified of approval or corrections needed. 7. Permit is issued; post permit on site. 8. Schedule inspections through eTrakit or by phone as each phase of work is completed. 9. Pass all inspections; obtain final approval and certificate of occupancy.

04 What work is exempt from building permits in Bentonville, AR? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Bentonville, AR. The following work is generally exempt: Minor repairs and maintenance that do not affect structural elements or MEP systems.. Note: Specific exemptions follow the adopted Arkansas Fire Prevention Code exemptions; consult the department or see Bentonville Municipal Code. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Bentonville, AR? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Bentonville, AR via: eTrakit portal, (479) 271-3108.

last verified April 2026 source Building and Fire Safety Division, Bentonville Fire Department ↗ entry id permits/arkansas/benton/bentonville-city

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Building and Fire Safety Division, Bentonville Fire Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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