Use the table below to find out if you need a permit and the type of permit required.
1. Site-related - Exterior
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Work Proposed
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Permit Needed? What Type of Permit?
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| Grading and clearing |
Grading Permit (GD) if there is no structure. |
| Build a private street |
Public Construction (PC) unless additional permits required. |
| Tree cutting on my property |
Visit Permit Application Center staff to determine if the site needs a permit Trees 12 inches and greater in diameter may require a Parks Department permit. Please call 503-588-6335. |
| Retaining walls taller than 4 feet or any wall with sloping backfill or surcharged |
Building Permit (BP) and potentially a Grading Permit (GD). |
| Add a driveway with new or replacement curb cut in right-of-way |
Street Permit (ST) or in a combined permit. Single Family (SF) or Commercial Permit (CO). |
| Add paving for driveway with existing, unaltered curb cut |
No permit required. |
| Add a concrete patio on grade (private property) |
Check for easements by contacting Public Works Development Services located in the Permit Application Center, Room 320. No permit required if there are no easements. |
| Water Heater |
| New electric water heater |
Electrical Permit (E), Plumbing Permit (P). |
| New gas water heater |
Mechanical Permit (M), Plumbing Permit (P). |
| Replace electric to gas |
Mechanical Permit (M), Plumbing Permit (P). |
| Replace gas to electric |
Electrical Permit (E), Plumbing Permit (P). |
| Replace similar (i.e., gas to gas, etc.) |
Plumbing Permit (P), Mechanical Permit (M). |
| Sewer Connection |
| Connection within 2 feet of structure |
Plumbing Permit (P). |
| Connection from 2 feet of structure out to the main |
Sewer Permit (SS) or combined permit under Single Family (SF). |
| Repair less than 2 feet |
Follow Uniform Plumbing Code - no permit required.
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2. Construction for Residential (Single- or Two-family Dwellings) Sites
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Work Proposed
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Permit Needed? What Type of Permit?
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| New Construction |
New single family dwelling
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Dwelling Permit (DW) and Single Family (SF). |
| New duplex |
Dwelling Permit (DW) and Single Family (SF). |
| Row houses |
Dwelling Permit (DW) and Single Family (SF). |
| Accessory structure or shed less than 200 square feet and less than 10 feet in height |
No permit required. |
| Accessory structure or shed greater than 200 square feet or more than 10 feet in height |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Accessory structure containing an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) |
Dwelling Permit (DW) and Single Family (SF). |
| Swimming pool, spa |
Building Permit (BP) and potentially a Sewer Permit (SS). |
| Fence |
If higher than 6 feet including lattice and/or any architectural feature, Building Permit (BP) required. |
| Alterations to Existing Structures |
| Demolish a structure |
Building Permit (BP), and if the structure is connected to a sewer a Sewer Permit (SS) is required. Check with Development Services located in the Permit Application Center in Room 320. |
| Windows, doors or siding |
If the size of the rough opening is not changed, no Building Permit (BP) is required. If adding a window or a door, a Building Permit (BP) is required. Visit Permit Application Center staff to determine if the site needs a permit. |
| Addition - increase the size of the structure |
Building Permit (BP) and Single Family (SF). |
| Add a second floor |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Add a dormer |
Building Permit (BP) and potentially a Sewer Permit (SS). |
| Add or remove a dwelling unit |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Add a deck 30 inches or less above the ground and more than 3 feet to the property line |
No Building Permit (BP) required if there are no easements. If there are easements, a Revocable License to Encroach will be required. |
| Add a deck more than 30 inches above the ground |
Building Permit (BP) and potentially a Revocable License to Encroach. |
| Add a patio cover or porch less than or equal to 120 square feet and supported from the structure |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Asbestos abatement |
Contact Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) or call 1-800-452-4011. |
| Convert an attic, basement, garage to finished space |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Dry rot repair |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Insulation - install or replace |
Visit Permit Application Center staff to determine if the site needs a permit. |
| Rebuild the foundation |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Reroofing (when existing structural sheathing is left in place) |
No permit required. |
| Reroofing (when sheathing or roof rafters are modified) |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Staircase - build or rebuild |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Gutters - replace |
No permit required. See Plumbing Permit (P) for rain and/or footing drains. |
| Seismic upgrade/retrofit |
Building Permit (BP). |
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3. Construction for Commercial (including multifamily buildings) Sites
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Work Proposed
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Permit Needed? What Type of Permit?
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| New Construction |
| Construct new commercial building |
Building Permit (BP) and a Commercial Permit (CO). |
| Construct new multifamily building |
Building Permit (BP) and a Commercial Permit (CO). |
| Row houses |
Building Permit (BP) and a Commercial Permit (CO). |
| Alteration to Existing Structures |
| Demolish a structure |
Building Permit (BP) and either a Commercial Permit (CO) or a Sewer Permit (SS). |
| Construct an addition |
Building Permit (BP) and a Commercial Permit (CO). |
| Asbestos abatement |
Contact Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) or call 1-800-452-4011. |
| Cell phone antenna |
Building Permit (BP) and a Commercial Permit (CO). Contact Land Use Review staff at 503-588-6256, ext. 7427 to see if Land Use Review is required. |
| Day care center |
Building Permit (BP) and a Commercial Permit (CO). Contact Land Use Review staff at 503-588-6256, ext. 7427 to see if Land Use Review is required. |
| Disabled access upgrades |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Install racks/storage shelving |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Install and/or replace siding |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Tenant improvements |
Building Permit (BP) and a Commercial Permit (CO). |
| Seismic upgrade |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Move or construct walls, even if non-bearing partitions |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Change the occupancy classification of a structure |
Building Permit (BP) and a Commercial Permit (CO). |
| Replace or add new windows or doors |
Building Permit (BP). |
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4. Plumbing, Mechanical, and Electrical Work
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Work Proposed
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Permit Needed? What Type of Permit?
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| Plumbing |
| Add a bathroom in a house |
Building Permit (BP) and Plumbing Permit (P). |
| Replace plumbing fixtures in same location |
Plumbing Permit (P). |
| Replace water lines |
Plumbing Permit (P). |
| Install water meter |
Water meter installation is included in the Water Permit (WA). Call 503-588-6333 when marked and ready for installation. |
| Rain drains |
Plumbing Permit (P). |
| Footing drains |
Plumbing Permit (P). |
| Mechanical |
| Replace a furnace |
Mechanical Permit (M). |
| Decommission oil tank |
Call the Fire Marshall at 503-588-6245 for permit requirements. Contact Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) or call 1-800-452-4011. |
| Air conditioner |
Electrical Permit (E), Mechanical Permit (M). |
| Electrical |
| Replace or reconnect a service panel |
Electrical Permit (E). |
| Add an outlet |
Electrical Permit (E). |
| Air conditioner |
Electrical Permit (E), Mechanical Permit (M). |
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5. Other Miscellaneous Permits or Work
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Work Proposed
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Permit Needed? What Type of Permit?
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| Home occupation |
Visit Planning and Zoning staff at the Permit Application Center to determine if a permit is required. |
| Occupancy permit (change of occupancy) |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Sidewalk cafe seating |
Transportation Permit (TR) and contact Planning and Zoning staff at the Permit Application Center to determine if additional permits are required. |
| Banners hung from street poles |
Sign Permit (SI) and contact Transportation Services in Room 325 at City Hall to determine if any additional permits are required. |
| Signs, a-boards, and banners |
Sign Permit (SI). |
| Flagpoles |
Building Permit (BP). |
| Tents |
Building Permit (BP). For other tents, call the Fire Marshall at 503-588-6245 for permit requirements. Additionally, contact Planning and Zoning staff at the Permit Application Center to determine if additional permits are required. |
| Parking permits |
Parking Permit (PR, PG, PT, PF, PS). |
| Noise - make noise beyond allowed standards |
See Zoning and Compliance Services. |
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