Unincorporated Benton County

Building permits are required for new construction, building enlargement or change of use, major renovations or improvements, septic system installation or modification, and demolition in unincorporated Benton County.

• Exempt Farm structures may be exempt under Mississippi Code § 17-2-7, though exemptions do not apply to floodplain management ordinances

Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from zoning and planning requirements. Confirm exemptions and edge cases directly with the Chancery Clerk before proceeding.

Building code

International Building Code (IBC) and International Residential Code (IRC) - specific edition adopted not publicly specified; confirm directly with county

Contractor requirements

Contractors must comply with Mississippi State Board of Contractors (MSBOC) requirements: residential contractors must be licensed for projects over $50,000 or remodeling over $10,000; commercial contractors must be licensed for projects over $50,000.

1. 01
   Contact the Benton County Chancery Clerk's Office to determine if your project is in an unincorporated area
2. 02
   Obtain required application forms from the office
3. 03
   Submit application with site plans, property documentation, and evidence of code compliance
4. 04
   Office staff review application for completeness
5. 05
   Payment of applicable permit fees
6. 06
   File assignment and permit issuance upon approval
7. 07
   Schedule required inspections with county inspector

Typical processing time: Specific timelines not publicly available; contact the Chancery Clerk directly

• (662) 224-6300 (phone)

Typical sequence: Specific inspection stages are not detailed in available online resources. Contact the Benton County Chancery Clerk or Building Inspector to confirm required inspection stages.