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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Benton
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
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Determine permit type needed (residential new construction, remodel, commercial,
- 02 Download the appropriate application form from the Community Development page at
- 03 Complete the form and save it.
- 04 Email the completed form and any required attachments to permits@bentonar.org, or
- 05 Staff reviews the application; if plans are required, a plan review is conducted.
- 06 Once approved, the permit is issued.
- 07 Schedule required inspections at each construction phase.
- 08 Obtain Certificate of Occupancy after passing final inspection.
§ 04
Fee schedule
Benton building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Plan check fee
Not separately published
02
Permit fee formula
New construction fees are determined by total cost of construction using
03
Reinspection fee
$50.00 re-inspection fee; 3% surcharge for credit card
3% credit card fee applies for online payments
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
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
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Benton permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Benton, AR? ▸
Required for new construction, additions, remodels,
02 How much does a building permit cost in Benton, AR? ▸
Building permit fees in Benton, AR are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: New construction fees are determined by total cost of construction using. Plan check fee: Not separately published.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Benton, AR? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Benton, AR, follow these steps: 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.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Benton, AR? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Benton, AR via: Contact Community Development at (501) 776-5938 or.
last verified April 2026
source Community Development Department ↗
entry id permits/arkansas/saline-ar/benton
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Community Development Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.