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Benson building permits
VerifiedBenson, Arizona — as published 2026-07-06.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Codes adopted
Arizona has no statewide mandatory building code floor for general construction — code adoption is a per-city/county authority under state enabling statutes (Arizona Revised Statutes Title 9). The City of Benson independently adopts and administers its own construction codes through its Building Department. Source: Ordinance 645 (City of Benson, adopted April 13, 2026), whereas clause citing A.R.S. Title 9.2024 International Building Code (IBC), as amended by Exhibit A to Resolution 11-2026, adopted by reference in Benson City Code Chapter 7, Section 7-1-2 ('Building Codes Adopted'). Per Ordinance 645, all new permit applications received after May 13, 2026 (30 days after the April 13, 2026 adoption date) must comply with this code; plans already in review or approved before that date may remain on the previously adopted 2015 IBC cycle. Source: Ordinance 645, City of Benson (passed and adopted April 13, 2026).2024 International Residential Code (IRC), as amended by Exhibit B to Resolution 11-2026, adopted by reference in Benson City Code Chapter 7, effective for new applications received on/after May 13, 2026. Source: Ordinance 645, City of Benson.2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC), as amended by Exhibit D to Resolution 11-2026, adopted by reference. Source: Ordinance 645, City of Benson.2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC), as amended by Exhibit E to Resolution 11-2026, adopted by reference. Source: Ordinance 645, City of Benson.2024 International Fuel Gas Code (IFGC), as amended by Exhibit F to Resolution 11-2026, adopted by reference. Source: Ordinance 645, City of Benson.2024 International Existing Building Code (IEBC), as amended by Exhibit G to Resolution 11-2026, adopted by reference. Source: Ordinance 645, City of Benson.2024 International Swimming Pool and Spa Code (ISPSC), as amended by Exhibit H to Resolution 11-2026, adopted by reference. Source: Ordinance 645, City of Benson.2024 International Fire Code (IFC), as amended by Exhibit I to Resolution 11-2026, adopted by reference as the City's uniform fire code. Source: Ordinance 645, City of Benson.2024 International Property Maintenance Code (IPMC), as amended by Exhibit J to Resolution 11-2026, adopted by reference. Source: Ordinance 645, City of Benson.2023 National Electrical Code (NEC), as published by the National Fire Protection Association, adopted by reference as amended by Exhibit C to Resolution 11-2026 (one edition behind the 2024 ICC set, consistent with the standard NFPA/ICC release-cycle offset). Source: Ordinance 645, City of Benson.Immediately prior to Ordinance 645 (i.e., for plans submitted and approved before May 13, 2026), the City had adopted the 2015 editions of the International Building, Residential, Mechanical, Plumbing, Fuel Gas, Existing Building, Swimming Pool and Spa, and Property Maintenance Codes, plus the 2015 International Fire Code and 2014 NFPA 70 National Electrical Code, per the former Benson City Code Chapter 7, Section 7-1-1 (Resolution 36-2017). Source: City of Benson Building Department page (Wayback Machine capture, November 24, 2025) and City Code of the City of Benson, Arizona (posting updated April 2023).Manufactured homes, mobile homes, and factory-built buildings: the City of Benson has an Inspection Services Agreement with the Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH), effective May 3, 2021 for a five-year term, under which the City (as ADOH's local enforcement agency) monitors and enforces ADOH's installation standards (A.R.S. § 41-4004(A)(4); A.A.C. R4-34-102, R4-34-204, R4-34-606, R4-34-801) for manufactured home, mobile home, and factory-built building installations within city limits, including setback and tie-down inspections. Source: Resolution 11-2021 and attached Inspection Services Agreement Between Arizona Department of Housing and City of Benson.ICC A117.1-2017 Standard and Commentary (Accessible and Usable Buildings and Facilities) is referenced by the City as its accessibility standard, in addition to the federal ADA framework. Source: City of Benson Building Department page.
Permit types & fees
Residential Building Permit (New Single-Family / Duplex / Multi-Family Construction)
VerifiedRequired for new single-family, duplex, and multi-family residential construction in the City of Benson. Reviewed against the 2024 IRC and 2024 IBC as adopted by Ordinance 645 (effective for applications received on/after May 13, 2026; earlier submittals remain on the 2015 IRC/IBC cycle). Applications are submitted through the City's online iWorQ Building/Demolition Permit Application portal.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for new single-family, duplex, and multi-family dwelling construction within Benson city limits
- Plans must comply with the 2024 IRC (or 2015 IRC for applications filed before May 13, 2026) as adopted and amended by the City of Benson via Ordinance 645 / Resolution 11-2026
- One detached site plan (separate from the construction plan set) at 1"=20' scale (8.5x14 or 11x17 paper), showing lot dimensions, Tax Parcel ID, setbacks, street/driveway details, structure square footages, easements, and utility routing
- Two complete sets of construction plans (11x17 at 1/8" scale computer-drawn, or 18x24 at 1/4" scale) plus a soils report at time of submittal; engineered design required for structural components retaining 4+ feet of earth; post-tension slabs (or equal) required due to unstable soil conditions City-wide
- Signed A.R.S. Title 32 form required as part of the online application submittal
- Hydrant system must be operational and subdivision roads paved (ingress/egress) before permit issuance; ADEQ Certificate of Completion required for water/sewer (model homes may receive Public Works sign-off without it if not yet connected)
- HOA review verification required prior to submittal if the project is within an HOA-governed area
- Permit valid 180 days from issue date; expires if no inspection progress for 6 consecutive months; one no-charge 6-month extension available within the initial 12-month period if significant progress (generally past framing) has been made
Required documents
- RequiredOnline Building/Demolition Permit Application (iWorQ Citizen Portal)Submitted via bensonbuilding.portal.iworq.net; all plans and supporting documents must be uploaded in PDF format (image files are not accepted)
- RequiredA.R.S. Title 32 FormSigned form (may be digitally signed) required with every building permit application; a fillable PDF is provided by the Building Department
- RequiredDetached Site PlanPer the Residential Building Permit Requirements (March 2018): lot dimensions, Tax Parcel ID, setback distances, street/driveway location, utility routing, and existing/proposed/future structure square footages
- RequiredConstruction Drawings, Structural Calculations, and Soils ReportTwo complete sets, engineered design required for structural components retaining 4+ feet of earth; soils report required at time of submittal
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | $47.00 (valuation $1-$1,000); $47.00 + $4.00 per additional $100 to $2,000; $83.00 + $16.00 per additional $1,000 to $25,000; $466.00 + $12.00 per additional $1,000 to $50,000; $766.00 + $8.30 per additional $1,000 to $100,000; $1,181.00 + $6.70 per additional $1,000 to $500,000; $3,862.00 + $5.70 per additional $1,000 to $1,000,000; $6,712.00 + $4.40 per additional $1,000 above $1,000,000 | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16 (Fees), Building Division, as adopted by Resolution 16-2011 (codified in the City Code posting updated April 2023); no superseding fee resolution was found as of this review |
| Plan Review Fee (Single-Family Dwelling/Misc. Buildings, and All Other Buildings) | 65 percent of the calculated building permit fee | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16, Building Division |
| Certificate of Occupancy / Housing Code Compliance Inspection | $60.00 per dwelling unit | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16 |
Residential Addition / Remodel / Accessory Structure Permit
VerifiedRequired for room additions, remodels, and accessory structures (stick-built or pre-built) to existing one- and two-family dwellings in Benson. Reviewed against the 2024 IRC as adopted by Ordinance 645 (2015 IRC for applications filed before May 13, 2026).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for room additions, remodels, and accessory structures (garages, storage sheds, etc.), whether stick-built or pre-built (e.g., prefabricated sheds)
- Site plan and construction plans required per the same submittal standards as new residential construction (detached site plan at 1"=20' scale; two sets of construction plans)
- Pre-built accessory structures require setbacks, anchoring/tie-down, and foundation inspections in addition to any applicable electrical/plumbing rough-ins
- Stick-built accessory structures follow the full framing/lath/sheetrock/final inspection sequence
- HOA review verification required prior to submittal if applicable
Required documents
- RequiredOnline Building Permit Application (iWorQ Citizen Portal)Submitted via bensonbuilding.portal.iworq.net in PDF format
- RequiredA.R.S. Title 32 FormSigned form required with every building permit application
- RequiredSite PlanShowing existing structure, addition/accessory structure footprint, and setbacks
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Building Permit Fee — Based on Valuation | $47.00 (valuation $1-$1,000) up to $6,712.00 + $4.40 per additional $1,000 above $1,000,000 (same valuation table as new residential construction) | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16 (Fees), Building Division, Resolution 16-2011 |
| Plan Review Fee | 65 percent of the calculated building permit fee | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16, Building Division |
Electrical Permit
VerifiedRequired for electrical installation, alteration, or repair work in Benson, governed by the 2023 National Electrical Code (NEC) as adopted by Ordinance 645 (2014 NEC for applications filed before May 13, 2026).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Electrical permit required for new electrical service, panel work, and other hard-wired electrical installations
- Governed by the 2023 NEC as adopted by the City of Benson (2014 NEC for applications submitted before May 13, 2026)
- Apply via the online iWorQ Building Permit Application portal with a signed A.R.S. Title 32 form
- New Meter Request supplemental form required for new water, gas, or sewer tap connections tied to electrical service work where applicable
Required documents
- RequiredOnline Building/Electrical Permit Application (iWorQ Citizen Portal)Submitted via bensonbuilding.portal.iworq.net in PDF format
- RequiredA.R.S. Title 32 FormSigned form required with every permit application
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical Permit — Based on Valuation | Same Building Permit Fee valuation table as other trades: $47.00 (valuation $1-$1,000) scaling up to $6,712.00 + $4.40 per additional $1,000 above $1,000,000 | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16 (Fees), Building Division, Resolution 16-2011 — Benson's fee schedule does not publish a separate itemized electrical-only fee table; electrical work is billed under the same valuation-based Building Division fee schedule as other trade permits |
| Plan Review Fee | 65 percent of the calculated permit fee | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16, Building Division |
Plumbing Permit
VerifiedRequired for plumbing installation, alteration, or repair work in Benson, governed by the 2024 International Plumbing Code (IPC) as adopted by Ordinance 645 (2015 IPC for applications filed before May 13, 2026).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Plumbing permit required for installation, alteration, or repair of plumbing systems, fixtures, water heaters, and gas piping
- Governed by the 2024 IPC as adopted by the City of Benson (2015 IPC for applications submitted before May 13, 2026)
- Gas piping work is separately inspected under the Fire/Plumbing inspection categories (Gas Piping, 200# Test) per the Required Inspections List
- Apply via the online iWorQ Building Permit Application portal with a signed A.R.S. Title 32 form
Required documents
- RequiredOnline Building/Plumbing Permit Application (iWorQ Citizen Portal)Submitted via bensonbuilding.portal.iworq.net in PDF format
- RequiredA.R.S. Title 32 FormSigned form required with every permit application
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Plumbing Permit — Based on Valuation | Same Building Permit Fee valuation table as other trades: $47.00 (valuation $1-$1,000) scaling up to $6,712.00 + $4.40 per additional $1,000 above $1,000,000 | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16 (Fees), Building Division, Resolution 16-2011 — Benson does not publish a separate itemized flat fee for plumbing-only permits; plumbing work is billed under the same valuation-based Building Division fee schedule |
| Plan Review Fee | 65 percent of the calculated permit fee | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16, Building Division |
Mechanical / HVAC Permit
VerifiedRequired for heating, ventilation, and air conditioning installations in Benson, governed by the 2024 International Mechanical Code (IMC) as adopted by Ordinance 645 (2015 IMC for applications filed before May 13, 2026).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Mechanical permit required for installation, replacement, or relocation of HVAC equipment, furnaces, and ventilation systems
- Governed by the 2024 IMC as adopted by the City of Benson (2015 IMC for applications submitted before May 13, 2026)
- Apply via the online iWorQ Building Permit Application portal with a signed A.R.S. Title 32 form
Required documents
- RequiredOnline Building/Mechanical Permit Application (iWorQ Citizen Portal)Submitted via bensonbuilding.portal.iworq.net in PDF format
- RequiredA.R.S. Title 32 FormSigned form required with every permit application
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanical Permit — Based on Valuation | Same Building Permit Fee valuation table as other trades: $47.00 (valuation $1-$1,000) scaling up to $6,712.00 + $4.40 per additional $1,000 above $1,000,000 | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16 (Fees), Building Division, Resolution 16-2011 — Benson does not publish a separate itemized flat fee (e.g., per-unit AC replacement) for mechanical permits; mechanical work is billed under the same valuation-based Building Division fee schedule |
| Plan Review Fee | 65 percent of the calculated permit fee | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16, Building Division |
Re-Roofing Permit
VerifiedRequired for residential and commercial re-roofing in the City of Benson. Reviewed against the 2024 IBC/IRC roofing provisions as adopted by Ordinance 645 (2015 editions for applications filed before May 13, 2026).
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required for re-roofing work within Benson city limits
- Roof deck inspection required prior to final roof covering placement, per the City's Required Inspections List
- Apply via the online iWorQ Building Permit Application portal with a signed A.R.S. Title 32 form
Required documents
- RequiredOnline Building Permit Application (iWorQ Citizen Portal)Submitted via bensonbuilding.portal.iworq.net in PDF format
- RequiredA.R.S. Title 32 FormSigned form required with every permit application
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Roofing Permit — Based on Valuation | Same Building Permit Fee valuation table as other trades: $47.00 (valuation $1-$1,000) scaling up to $6,712.00 + $4.40 per additional $1,000 above $1,000,000 | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16 (Fees), Building Division, Resolution 16-2011 — no separate itemized re-roofing fee is published; re-roofing is billed under the same valuation-based Building Division fee schedule |
| Plan Review Fee | 65 percent of the calculated permit fee | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16, Building Division |
Residential Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of rooftop residential solar photovoltaic systems in the City of Benson. Governed by the 2024 IRC and 2023 NEC as adopted by Ordinance 645 (2015 IRC / 2014 NEC for applications filed before May 13, 2026). Solar has its own dedicated inspection category on the City's Required Inspections List.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building/electrical permit required for residential rooftop solar photovoltaic installation
- Governed by the 2023 NEC (or 2014 NEC for applications filed before May 13, 2026) as adopted by the City of Benson for electrical interconnection work
- Apply via the online iWorQ Building Permit Application portal with a signed A.R.S. Title 32 form and construction submittals (site plan, roof/racking layout, electrical diagram)
Required documents
- RequiredOnline Building/Electrical Permit Application (iWorQ Citizen Portal)Submitted via bensonbuilding.portal.iworq.net in PDF format; construction submittals may include site plans, construction documents, specification/cut sheets, calculations, and engineering reports
- RequiredA.R.S. Title 32 FormSigned form required with every permit application
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Solar PV Permit — Based on Valuation | Same Building Permit Fee valuation table as other trades: $47.00 (valuation $1-$1,000) scaling up to $6,712.00 + $4.40 per additional $1,000 above $1,000,000 | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16 (Fees), Building Division, Resolution 16-2011 — no separate itemized flat fee for residential solar PV was found; solar is billed under the same valuation-based Building Division fee schedule |
| Plan Review Fee | 65 percent of the calculated permit fee | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16, Building Division |
Demolition Permit
VerifiedRequired for demolition of any structure in Benson. Applications are submitted through the same online iWorQ portal used for building permits, and require a signed A.R.S. Title 32 form and an ADEQ Asbestos NESHAP form where applicable.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Building permit required before demolishing a structure within Benson city limits
- Use the online Building/Demolition Permit Application (iWorQ Citizen Portal) — the same application covers Building Permits, Demolition Permits, Grubbing or Grading Permits, and Right-of-Way Construction Permits
- Signed A.R.S. Title 32 form required as part of the application
- ADEQ Asbestos NESHAP form (supplied on the Building Department's Document Center) must be submitted where applicable to the demolition scope
Required documents
- RequiredOnline Building/Demolition Permit Application (iWorQ Citizen Portal)Submitted via bensonbuilding.portal.iworq.net in PDF format
- RequiredA.R.S. Title 32 FormSigned form required with every demolition permit application
- OptionalADEQ Asbestos NESHAP FormAvailable from the City of Benson Building Department Document Center; required where asbestos abatement/NESHAP notification applies
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Demolition Permit — Based on Valuation | Same Building Permit Fee valuation table as other trades: $47.00 (valuation $1-$1,000) scaling up to $6,712.00 + $4.40 per additional $1,000 above $1,000,000 | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16 (Fees), Building Division, Resolution 16-2011 — no separate itemized flat demolition fee was found; demolition is billed under the same valuation-based Building Division fee schedule |
Manufactured Home / Factory-Built Building Installation Permit
VerifiedRequired for installation of manufactured homes, mobile homes, and factory-built buildings in Benson. The City acts as the local enforcement agency for the Arizona Department of Housing (ADOH) under a five-year Inspection Services Agreement (effective May 3, 2021), enforcing ADOH's installation standards rather than a separately city-authored code.
Verified 2026-07-06 · Source
Requirements
- Installation permit required for manufactured homes, mobile homes, and factory-built buildings placed within Benson city limits
- The City enforces installation standards under A.R.S. § 41-4004(A)(4) and Arizona Administrative Code R4-34-102, R4-34-204, R4-34-606, and R4-34-801, per its Inspection Services Agreement with ADOH
- Installer must affix a State Insignia of Approval per A.A.C. R4-34-802(A) and pay the ADOH-established fee under A.A.C. R4-34-501
- City inspectors performing installation inspections must have at least one year of experience as a building code inspector or manufactured housing installation inspector and complete required ADOH training
- Manufactured Home and Factory Built Building Application (supplemental form) must be submitted with the permit application
- Setback, tie-down, and supports inspections are required per the City's Required Inspections List (Manufactured Homes category)
Required documents
- RequiredManufactured Home and Factory Built Building ApplicationSupplemental form available on the City of Benson Building Department Document Center
- RequiredOnline Building Permit Application (iWorQ Citizen Portal)Submitted via bensonbuilding.portal.iworq.net in PDF format
- RequiredA.R.S. Title 32 FormSigned form required with every permit application
Fee schedule
| Fee type | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Residential Manufactured Home Installation, Setback & Tie-Down Inspection | $200.00 | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16 (Fees), per the Intergovernmental Agreement with the Arizona Office of Manufactured Housing, Resolution 16-2011 |
| Each Additional Inspection After Three | $50.00 | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16 (Fees) |
| Manufactured Building Permit Renewal | $84.00 | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16 (Fees) |
| Factory-Built Building Installation, Commercial | $4.60 per linear foot per story | City Code of the City of Benson, Chapter 16 (Fees) — residential FBB is billed the same as a manufactured home |
Sources & verification
Verified against official sources. Last reviewed 2026-07-06.
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