News
New Program from BDS: Remote Video Re-inspections (RVR)
The Remote Inspection Program provides an alternative to on-site inspection for situations requiring minor corrections.
Updated Public notice
Title 4 Original Art Murals, Recommended Amendments
The Bureau of Development Services, in partnership with the Bureau of Planning and Sustainability, will propose a set of code amendments to the Portland City Council on August 7, 2019 at 10 a.m. The amendments are intended to allow murals in more locations around the City. Read the recommended code.
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News for Property Line Adjustment Applicants
News for Property Line Adjustment Applicants Effective immediately, there are changes to the process for Property Line Adjustments (PLAs) for new applications or submitted applications that have not already received a checksheet.
Updated Public notice
Electronic Plan Review Available for All Process Managed Permits
Development Services rolled out PDX ePlans (electronic plan review) as an option for all Process Managed projects as of January 2019.
Updated Public notice
Request for Feedback: Draft of New Administrative Rule on Requirements for Notification Signs on Future Development Sites
The Bureau of Development Services (BDS) wants your input on the first draft of an administrative rule outlining requirements for signs posted on future development sites.
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Try Our New Online Permitting Tool
Our new online permitting tool is now available to customers! Development Hub will fully replace our old permitting system by August 1, 2019.
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