Building permits are approvals for construction of new and existing privately owned homes. The U.S. Census Bureau and the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) release a monthly ...

Professional builders dislike surprises, particularly when it comes to the cost of projects and the time required to complete them. But obtaining permits is a necessary step for any construction ...

A follow-up audit on the city Department of Planning and Permitting found prior recommendations related to the quicker issuance of city building permits to the public have been met, in some cases, but ...

BENTONVILLE -- Individuals who need a building permit from Benton County have a revamped website and a new kiosk to help them through the process. County officials hope these and other efforts will ...