Documents

Neighborhood notice for short-term rental permit in a multi-dwelling structure. Includes letter and details about permit. Published 07/01/2021.

As part of the permit process, you're required to mail or deliver this notice to the Neighborhood Association and District Coalition of Neighborhoods where the home is located. Published 07/01/2021.

Use this form to apply for minor mechanical labels. Updated: 7/1/2023.

If you are thinking about building a workshop, garage, or accessory dwelling unit in your backyard, use the Detached Covered Accessory Structure Worksheet to understand the zoning requirements for your project.

New single family residence application, instructions and required forms (NSFR intake forms).

The ADU SDC Waiver Program approval process is not part of the permitting process. It is a separate binding ten-year agreement between the City and property owners who own that property during the Covenant’s life span. Last updated: 08/1/2018. Search this website for "ADU SDC waiver" to learn more.

Development Services (BDS) offers several options for early assistance on projects. This packet describes one of these options and includes details on requesting a Key Milestones meeting.

Electrical Master Permit Registration (Application)

Planning and Zoning Staff will review the submitted Nonconforming Development Assessment and provide written comments regarding the content of the assessment and the extent of required upgrades. Form last updated: 4/26/2021.

This form is required when you plan to install new permanent signs and to structurally alter or relocate existing permanent signs on private property. Form last updated: 7/1/2023. Search Portland.gov for "sign permits" to read about types of signs, City requirements and how to apply for permits.

Required for hanging temporary banners and temporary balloon signs on private property.

Get the current deferred submittal requirements and application. For more information, please search the site for "Deferred Submittal Guidelines."

Also includes neighborhood notice. You can also search this website for "Home Occupation Permits" and get required forms and a lot of helpful information for running a business out of your home.

Only use this renewal application checklist for a Type A Accessory Short-Term Rental in a structure with 1 & 2 dwelling units (such as a house or a duplex). You can also search this website to learn more about Type A Accessory Short-Term Rentals like what's allowed and what isn't allowed- and more.

Only use this application checklist for a Type A Accessory Short-Term Rental in a structure with 1 & 2 dwelling units (such as a house or a duplex). You can also search this website to learn more about Type A Accessory Short-Term Rentals like what's allowed and what isn't allowed- and more.

Multi-dwelling structure (3 units or more) Type A short-term rental (ASTR) permit application and checklist. For use with new and renewal applications. You can also search this website for "Type A short term rental permits" to read more about ASTR requirements, get forms and find out how to apply.

Fill out this plumbing code appeal form completely.

Fill out this mechanical code appeal form completely.

Fill out this electrical code appeal form completely.