Everything you need to know about getting a deck permit in Little Rock: fees, requirements, exemptions, and direct links to the Little Rock Planning and Development.
Permit Fees
$5,000 or less = no fee (unless inspection required, then $25/inspection); $5,001-$50,000 = $50 + $4/additional $1,000; $50,001-$100,000 = $250 + $3.50/additional $1,000. Min: $50. Data processing: $25.
Processing Time
Plan review typically 5 working days.
Apply Online
Yes — via Little Rock Dynamic Portal
Building Code
2012 IRC / 2012 IBC (Arkansas state-adopted)
One-story detached accessory structures under 200 sq ft are exempt. Work under $5,000 has no fee but may still need inspection.
If your deck does NOT meet all exemption criteria, you must obtain a permit before construction. Building without a required permit can result in fines, stop-work orders, and required demolition.
Review the exemption criteria above. If your deck exceeds any threshold, a permit is required.
You'll need a site plan, deck dimensions, framing details, and footing specifications. Check Little Rock's specific documentation requirements.
Apply through Little Rock Dynamic Portal . Pay the permit fee at submission.
Once approved, post your permit visibly and schedule required inspections (typically footing, framing, and final).
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Data verified April 2026. Fees, processing times, and requirements are subject to change. Always confirm current information with Little Rock's Little Rock Planning and Development.