Excess to Access Program
The City of Portland has partnered with the ReBuilding Center for the Excess to Access program. This program provides free reusable building materials to qualified low-income Portland property owners. Excess to Access is open to all races, ethnicities, and gender identities. Learn more.
Empowered Neighborhoods Program: How we will support you
Black, Indigenous, people of color and persons with disabilities who got a violation letter in the mail from the City can get assistance from our staff.
Apply for assistance with a violation letter now
Help solve property violation problems and address questions with you
Assist you in making a plan to fix violations
Work with you until violations are fixed
Provide community support to assist you with drawings and construction
How to Apply
Our team consists of friendly people who will show you how to take the next step for your property needs. Let us know when you are ready to talk about your violation letter and apply online.
We will review your request and contact you within 2 business days.
Information
Excess to Access Program provides free usable building materials to low income property owners. Empowered Neighborhood Program assists Black, Indigenous, people of color and persons with disabilities who got a violation letter from the City of Portland.
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