Community Development Department

555 Liberty Street SE, Room 305 Salem, Oregon 97301-3503

Phone: 503-588-6173 FAX: 503-588-6005

The Community Development Department is here to assist the citizens of Salem in developing a dynamic and livable city through responsible land use planning and zoning, consistent application of building codes, solid support for compliance with all city codes , neighborhood association issues, and youth development.

Building and Safety Division

Promotes safety by ensuring that construction practices comply with all adopted codes and standards.

Neighborhood Enhancement Division

Preserves, enhances, and ensures safe housing for citizens, and provide nuisance free neighborhoods for the entire community.

Planning Division

Provides efficient, timely and fair development review, ensure compliance with land use rules, protect and preserve historic heritage, enhance quality of life by preparing plans, maps, ordinances, and providing implementation support.

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