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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Bryant
Required for new construction, additions, accessory
Required documents
- Completed application; site plan; construction drawings for
- Building code
- Arkansas state codes (2021 IBC and 2021 IRC base); specific
- Contractor requirements
- Arkansas ACLB license required; residential projects
§ 03
Application process
Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final
- 01 Determine what type of permit is needed: residential, commercial, electrical,
- 02 Download or access the appropriate application form:
- 03 Submit the completed application through the iWorQ portal at
- 04 The department reviews the application and plans for code compliance.
- 05 For commercial projects over $100,000 in valuation, a plan review fee applies.
- 06 Permit is issued once review is complete and fees are paid.
- 07 Construction begins; schedule required inspections at each phase through the iWorQ
- 08 Pass final inspection to receive Certificate of Occupancy.
Source: Planning and Development Department (also referenced as ↗
§ 04
Fee schedule
Bryant building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Plan check fee
Applies when commercial valuation exceeds $100,000; equals one-half
02
Permit fee formula
Square footage based (per sq ft under roof), with minimums
03
Reinspection fee
$35.00 to $50.00 per re-inspection depending on trade;
Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- Inspection hours
- Monday through Friday business hours; weekends blocked in the
$35.00 to $50.00 re-inspection fee; access code required in
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Bryant permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Bryant, AR? ▸
Required for new construction, additions, accessory
02 How much does a building permit cost in Bryant, AR? ▸
Building permit fees in Bryant, AR are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Square footage based (per sq ft under roof), with minimums. Plan check fee: Applies when commercial valuation exceeds $100,000; equals one-half.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Bryant, AR? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Bryant, AR, follow these steps: 1. Determine what type of permit is needed: residential, commercial, electrical, 2. Download or access the appropriate application form: 3. Submit the completed application through the iWorQ portal at 4. The department reviews the application and plans for code compliance. 5. For commercial projects over $100,000 in valuation, a plan review fee applies. 6. Permit is issued once review is complete and fees are paid. 7. Construction begins; schedule required inspections at each phase through the iWorQ 8. Pass final inspection to receive Certificate of Occupancy.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Bryant, AR? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Bryant, AR via: Online via iWorQ portal at https://portal.iworq.net/BRYANT/permits/605.
last verified April 2026
source Planning and Development Department (also referenced as ↗
entry id permits/arkansas/saline-ar/bryant
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Planning and Development Department (also referenced as before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.