City Building Permits
Benton, AR - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Benton, Arkansas. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
Covers all construction within the incorporated limits of
- Department
- Community Development Department
- Address
- 410 River Street, Benton, AR 72015
- Phone
- (501) 776-5938
- permits@bentonar.org
Application Process
- Determine permit type needed (residential new construction, remodel, commercial,
- Download the appropriate application form from the Community Development page at
- Complete the form and save it.
- Email the completed form and any required attachments to permits@bentonar.org, or
- Staff reviews the application; if plans are required, a plan review is conducted.
- Once approved, the permit is issued.
- Schedule required inspections at each construction phase.
- Obtain Certificate of Occupancy after passing final inspection.
Source: Community Development Department
General Requirements
Required for new construction, additions, remodels,
Required Documents
- Completed application form; site plan or construction drawings
- Building code
- Arkansas state codes (2021 IBC and 2021 IRC base); specific local
- Contractor requirements
- Arkansas ACLB license required -- residential projects
Fees
- Plan check fee
- Not separately published
- Permit fee formula
- New construction fees are determined by total cost of construction using
- Reinspection fee
- $50.00 re-inspection fee; 3% surcharge for credit card
- Payment note
- 3% credit card fee applies for online payments
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Community Development Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- Contact Community Development at (501) 776-5938 or (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Office hours Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
$50.00 re-inspection fee applies for failed inspections
Additional Resources
- Building code: Arkansas state codes (2021 IBC and 2021 IRC base); specific local
- Zoning information: View zoning info
- Arkansas 811 (before you dig)
- License lookup guide: Arkansas Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: Arkansas Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- Arkansas hub: Arkansas Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Community Development Department before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Benton Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in Benton, AR?
- Required for new construction, additions, remodels,
- How much does a building permit cost in Benton, AR?
- Fees are calculated as: New construction fees are determined by total cost of construction using. Plan check fee: Not separately published.
- How do I apply for a building permit in Benton, AR?
- 1. Determine permit type needed (residential new construction, remodel, commercial, 2. Download the appropriate application form from the Community Development page at 3. Complete the form and save it. 4. Email the completed form and any required attachments to permits@bentonar.org, or 5. Staff reviews the application; if plans are required, a plan review is conducted. 6. Once approved, the permit is issued. 7. Schedule required inspections at each construction phase. 8. Obtain Certificate of Occupancy after passing final inspection.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in Benton, AR?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: Contact Community Development at (501) 776-5938 or.
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