Benton, AR · Saline County
Benton Commercial Roofing or Structural Repair Permit Fees and Submittal Checklist
Reroofing, roof replacement or structural repair on an existing commercial building.
Benton Fee Estimate
Fee Estimate
Permit valuation may differ from your construction budget when the city applies its own valuation method.
Estimate · Benton, AR
Unavailable
Benton does not publish this fee schedule. Known fees below total $150.00. Call (501) 776-5938 for a quote.
- Building permit feeUnavailable
Benton's schedule charges remodels by remodeled floor area and has no reroofing rate. Call the permit office for a quote.
- Plan review fee$75.00
Flat $75.00 for valuation up to $150,000.00
- Arkansas Act 474 surcharge$75.00
150 × $0.50 per $1,000
A.C.A. § 6-55-106: $0.50 per $1,000 on nonresidential permits, max $1,000 per project.
Not included in this estimate
Trade permits (electrical, plumbing, mechanical); utility tap and impact fees, re-inspection fees, and other agency approvals.
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Common Project Values
Estimated Benton fees for commercial roofing or structural repair projects at six standard sizes, computed with the same rules as the calculator. Trade permits excluded.
Small reroof
$25,000 · 2,500 sq ft
Unavailable
Mid reroof
$75,000 · 7,500 sq ft
Unavailable
Structural repair
$150,000 · 12,000 sq ft
Unavailable
Full membrane
$350,000 · 25,000 sq ft
Unavailable
Roof + structure
$750,000 · 40,000 sq ft
Unavailable
Campus reroof
$1,500,000 · 50,000 sq ft
Unavailable
| Project size | Valuation | Area | Permit fee | Plan review | Other fees | Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small reroof | $25,000 | 2,500 sq ft | Unavailable | $0.00 | $12.50 | Unavailable |
| Mid reroof | $75,000 | 7,500 sq ft | Unavailable | $0.00 | $37.50 | Unavailable |
| Structural repair | $150,000 | 12,000 sq ft | Unavailable | $75.00 | $75.00 | Unavailable |
| Full membrane | $350,000 | 25,000 sq ft | Unavailable | $250.00 | $175.00 | Unavailable |
| Roof + structure | $750,000 | 40,000 sq ft | Unavailable | $250.00 | $375.00 | Unavailable |
| Campus reroof | $1,500,000 | 50,000 sq ft | Unavailable | $250.00 | $750.00 | Unavailable |
Central Arkansas Cost Comparison
The same project priced in all eight cities. Valuation-based cities (fee grows with project cost) and square-footage cities (fee grows with floor area) can differ widely for the same building. Full comparison →
Commercial Roofing or Structural Repair: $150,000, 12,000 sq ft. Trade permits excluded.
- Little Rock$955.75Valuation tiers
$420.00 for first $100,000.00 + 50 × $3.00 per additional $1,000.00
- North Little Rock$700.00Sq ft + valuation
$350.00 for first $100,000.00 + 50 × $3.00 per additional $1,000.00
- Conway$250.00Sq ft + valuationlowest
150 × $1.00 per $1,000 of valuation = $150.00
- BryantUnavailableSquare footage
Bryant does not publish a building fee rate for reroofing or structural repair.
- BentonUnavailableSquare footage
Benton's schedule charges remodels by remodeled floor area and has no reroofing rate. Call the permit office for a quote.
- Maumelle$1,590.00Sq ft + valuation
$25.00 for first $1,000.00 + 149 × $10.00 per additional $1,000.00
- SherwoodUnavailableSquare footage
Sherwood adopted its building fee schedule by reference (Ord. 1599) and does not publish it. Only the new-home rate is codified.
- CabotUnavailableNot published
Cabot calculates building fees at plan review and does not publish its fee schedule. Call the permit office for a quote.
| City | Fee basis | Why it differs | Permit fee | Estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Little RockPulaski County | Valuation tiers | $420.00 for first $100,000.00 + 50 × $3.00 per additional $1,000.00 | $570.00 | $955.75 |
| North Little RockPulaski County | Sq ft + valuation | $350.00 for first $100,000.00 + 50 × $3.00 per additional $1,000.00 | $500.00 | $700.00 |
| ConwayFaulkner County | Sq ft + valuation | 150 × $1.00 per $1,000 of valuation = $150.00 | $150.00 | $250.00lowest |
| BryantSaline County | Square footage | Bryant does not publish a building fee rate for reroofing or structural repair. | Unavailable | Unavailable |
| BentonSaline County | Square footage | Benton's schedule charges remodels by remodeled floor area and has no reroofing rate. Call the permit office for a quote. | Unavailable | Unavailable |
| MaumellePulaski County | Sq ft + valuation | $25.00 for first $1,000.00 + 149 × $10.00 per additional $1,000.00 | $1,515.00 | $1,590.00 |
| SherwoodPulaski County | Square footage | Sherwood adopted its building fee schedule by reference (Ord. 1599) and does not publish it. Only the new-home rate is codified. | Unavailable | Unavailable |
| CabotLonoke County | Not published | Cabot calculates building fees at plan review and does not publish its fee schedule. Call the permit office for a quote. | Unavailable | Unavailable |
Benton Submittal Checklist
Required and conditional documents for this project type. Confirm this requirement with the city.
Benton permit application
Submit through Benton Community Development. Include the project address, parcel number, owner, contractor and declared valuation.
Permit portal ↗Construction documents (digital PDF set)
Architectural, structural, MEP and life-safety sheets. Under Arkansas law most commercial buildings need plans sealed by an Arkansas-licensed architect or engineer. Ask the city whether it accepts digital-only sets or also wants printed copies.
Arkansas Fire Prevention Code review
Commercial sets are reviewed for compliance with the Arkansas Fire Prevention Code (based on the IBC/IFC). Include life-safety plans, exit paths, fire-rated assemblies, and sprinkler and alarm shop drawings where provided.
Arkansas State Fire Marshal ↗Arkansas Department of Health plumbing plan review
ConditionalCommercial plumbing and gas plans are reviewed by ADH (fee: 1% of the estimated plumbing and gas cost, $50 minimum, $500 maximum) unless a local certified plumbing inspector reviews engineer-prepared plans (A.C.A. § 17-38-204). Food service, medical and dental, child care and pools also need ADH program approvals.
Applies when: Commercial plumbing work, food service, medical or similar uses
ADH plumbing ↗Asbestos survey before renovation
Federal NESHAP rules, administered by ADEQ, require an asbestos inspection by a licensed inspector before renovating or demolishing commercial buildings.
ADEQ asbestos program ↗Arkansas contractor license verification
Commercial projects of $50,000 or more (labor and materials) need a contractor licensed by the Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board (A.C.A. § 17-25-101). The building official must see proof of license before issuing the permit.
ACLB license lookup ↗Trade permits from licensed trades
Electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits are pulled separately by Arkansas-licensed master electricians, plumbers and HVACR contractors.
Permit office
Benton Community Development
- 410 River St., Benton, AR 72015
- (501) 776-5938
- Online permit portal · Department website
Confirm hours and submittal format with the city before you go.
Inspection Roadmap
- 1
Structural / deck
ConditionalAfter tear-off, before new roofing covers the deck
When structural repair or deck replacement is part of the work
- 2
Building final
After roofing, flashing and penetrations are complete
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does a commercial roofing or structural repair permit cost in Benton, Arkansas?
Benton, AR does not publish the building permit fee for a $150,000 (12,000 sq ft) commercial roofing or structural repair in a form PermitBasis can confirm, so no total is estimated. Known fees add $150.00. Call Benton Community Development at (501) 776-5938 for a quote.
Does Benton, AR calculate building permits by square footage or project valuation?
Benton prices building permits by square footage, not valuation: $0.10 per sq ft under roof for residential and $0.12 for commercial, with remodels and additions charged on the remodeled area and a $30 minimum. Plumbing, electrical and HVAC permits are each $0.10 per sq ft. Commercial plan review is a flat fee by project value starting at $100,000.
How long does commercial plan review take in Benton, AR and what does it cost?
Commercial plan review is a flat fee by project value: up to $150,000.00: $75.00; up to $200,000.00: $100.00; up to $250,000.00: $150.00; over $250,000.00: $250.00. No plan review fee at or below $99,999.00. The city does not publish a plan review turnaround time; ask the permit desk for the current queue when you submit.
Do I need an Arkansas commercial contractor license to pull a permit in Benton?
Yes, for commercial work of $50,000 or more. Under A.C.A. § 17-25-101, any project other than a single-family residence costing $50,000 or more in labor and materials requires an Arkansas Contractors Licensing Board commercial license, and the building official must see proof of license before issuing the permit. Residential builders and remodelers need an ACLB residential license for jobs over $2,000. Splitting a contract to stay under a threshold is not allowed. Licensed electricians, plumbers and HVACR contractors pull their own trade permits in Benton.
Sources and Assumptions
- Schedule
- Benton Ord. 58 of 2023 (as amended by Ord. 44 of 2026)
- Source reviewed on
- October 20, 2026
- Data status
- Some components are confirmed; unconfirmed components are marked Unavailable instead of estimated.
- Benton Ord. 58 of 2023, Revising Certain Fees (eff. Feb. 1, 2024)reviewed 2026-10-20
- Benton City Council minutes, Aug. 24, 2026 (adoption of Ord. 44 of 2026)reviewed 2026-10-20
- A.C.A. § 6-55-106 (Act 474 of 1999)reviewed 2026-10-20
- Ord. 44 of 2026 (effective Oct. 1, 2026) set a $30 minimum for new construction and remodels and a fee of at least 3× the permit fee for unpermitted work. Its full text was not yet posted when reviewed; rates shown are from Ord. 58 of 2023.
- Also charged: a $0.01 per sq ft stormwater surcharge on building permits, and a commercial site plan review fee based on acreage (new in Ord. 44). Not included in estimates.
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