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BDS Announces Search for Volunteers to Serve on the Historic Landmarks Commission
The Bureau of Development Services has announced a search for anyone interested in filling a vacancy on the City of Portland Historic Landmarks Commission.
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Adopted administrative rule gives clearer guidance on when major public trail improvements are required
If you apply to develop or redevelop one of more than 550 properties with a major public trail designation on the City of Portland’s Official Zoning Map, you may be required to grant an easement and make trail improvements as part of your project.
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Changes to Requirements Around Residential Demolitions, Major Residential Alterations and Additions
The following changes regarding residential demolitions and major residential alterations and additions became effective as of July 1, 2018: Definition of demolition & documentation.
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Proposed Administrative Rule Would Offer Clearer Guidance on Requirements for Major Public Trail Improvements
If you apply to develop or redevelop one of more than 550 properties with a major public trail designation on the City of Portland’s Official Zoning Map, you may be required to grant an easement and make trail improvements as part of your project.
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Proposed Administrative Rules for Residential Demolitions
You may have seen that Portland City Council passed an ordinance in February 2018 to address asbestos and lead-based paint in residential demolitions. While the ordinance took effect immediately, the implementation will happen July 1.
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Do You Know How Code Updates to Implement the 2035 Comprehensive Plan May Affect You?
Portland’s new 2035 Comprehensive Plan will take effect on May 24, 2018, at 1 p.m. It’s a long-range plan that helps the City prepare for and manage expected population and employment growth, as well as plan for and coordinate major public investments.
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Online Appeals Payment Portal
Effective March 1, 2018 – The Bureau of Development Services is announcing a new online payment portal for building code appeals, in an effort to be more helpful to customers who qualify for an appeal.
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New State Building Codes
The State of Oregon’s Building Codes Division (BCD) released new editions of the Oregon Residential Specialty Code, Oregon Electrical Specialty Code and the Oregon Plumbing Code. Any permits issued in 2018 must meet the new code requirements, which took effect on Jan. 1, 2018.
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