Find licensed deck builders and contractors across Arkansas. Browse 10 cities with license data and local permit requirements.
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Cities Covered
$16-$40
Cost per Sq Ft
$66-$440
Permit Fees
Deck permits across Arkansas are administered at the city or county level, and requirements vary between jurisdictions. In Little Rock, the dominant building code in force is 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. That said, any deck that meets any one of the following usually requires a permit regardless of size: attached to the dwelling, over 30 inches above grade, covered with a roof, or serving a required exit door. Little Rock processes residential plan reviews in plan review typically 5 working days.. Always verify current rules directly with your local building department before pulling in a contractor, because Arkansas has no statewide fee schedule — every city sets its own.
Little Rock
Pop. 202,591
Fayetteville
Pop. 93,949
Fort Smith
Pop. 89,142
Springdale
Pop. 80,433
Jonesboro
Pop. 78,576
Rogers
Pop. 68,669
Conway
Pop. 67,336
North Little Rock
Pop. 64,591
Bentonville
Pop. 54,164
Pine Bluff
Pop. 41,474
Average costs for a typical 300 sq ft deck with railing in Arkansas.
| Material | Low | Average | High |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pressure-Treated Wood | $4,942 | $6,336 | $8,364 |
| Cedar | $6,864 | $8,800 | $11,616 |
| Composite (Trex, TimberTech) | $9,610 | $12,320 | $16,262 |
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