Tontitown, AR — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Tontitown Building Department

Street address

235 E Henri de Tonti Blvd, Tontitown, AR 72762

Phone

(479) 361-2700

inspector@tontitownar.gov (Building Inspector)

Coverage

All construction within Tontitown city limits.

Online portal

Online Applications Portal

Online portal

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Tontitown

Required for new construction, additions, alterations, demolition, plumbing, and fencing.

Note: Not specifically listed in available sources; contact Building Department or see city code.

Required documents

Varies by permit type; see application checklists at tontitown.com/departments/building-dept/building-apps/.

Building code: Arkansas Fire Prevention Code (most current version with amendments), incorporating 2021 International Building Code (IBC), 2021 International Residential Code (IRC), and 2021 International Fire Code (IFC).
Contractor requirements: Building Department validates contractor licenses and workers compensation insurance. Arkansas state licensing required.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Inspections performed within 1 business day of request.

01

Determine permit type needed (residential, multi-family, plumbing, fence, demolition, miscellaneous construction).
02

Download the appropriate application from tontitown.com/departments/building-dept/building-apps/ or obtain at City Hall.
03

Submit completed application with required documents in person (235 E Henri de Tonti Blvd), online, or by email.
04

Pay applicable fees per Chapter 155 fee schedule.
05

Building Inspector reviews and approves plans.
06

Permit issued.
07

Schedule inspections — inspections performed within 1 business day.
08

Final inspection and certificate of occupancy.

Typical processing time: Inspections performed within 1 business day of request.

Source: City of Tontitown Building Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Tontitown building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$28.75

Plan check fee

See Chapter 155 fee schedule.

Permit fee formula

New single-family residential — valuation-based using IBC Building Valuation Data Table. Demolition permit — flat $50.00. After-hours/emergency inspection — $30.00. Other fees in Chapter 155.

Reinspection fee

After-hours/emergency inspection $30.00; other reinspection fees in Chapter 155.

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

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

inspector@tontitownar.gov (email)
(479) 263-9215 (phone)

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

Typical sequence: Plan review before permit issuance; field inspections during construction; final inspection for certificate of occupancy.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Tontitown permits

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

Required for new construction, additions, alterations, demolition, plumbing, and fencing.

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

Building permit fees in Tontitown, AR are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $28.75. Fees are calculated as: New single-family residential — valuation-based using IBC Building Valuation Data Table. Demolition permit — flat $50.00. After-hours/emergency inspection — $30.00. Other fees in Chapter 155.. Plan check fee: See Chapter 155 fee schedule..

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

To apply for a building permit in Tontitown, AR, follow these steps: 1. Determine permit type needed (residential, multi-family, plumbing, fence, demolition, miscellaneous construction). 2. Download the appropriate application from tontitown.com/departments/building-dept/building-apps/ or obtain at City Hall. 3. Submit completed application with required documents in person (235 E Henri de Tonti Blvd), online, or by email. 4. Pay applicable fees per Chapter 155 fee schedule. 5. Building Inspector reviews and approves plans. 6. Permit issued. 7. Schedule inspections — inspections performed within 1 business day. 8. Final inspection and certificate of occupancy.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Tontitown, AR? ▸

Building permit processing times in Tontitown, AR typically run Inspections performed within 1 business day of request.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

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

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Tontitown, AR via: inspector@tontitownar.gov, (479) 263-9215.

last verified April 2026 source City of Tontitown Building Department ↗ entry id permits/arkansas/washington/tontitown

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

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