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New Field Issuance Remodel (FIR) Program Webpage
Are you a contractor who performs routine alterations and additions on one-or-two family dwellings or accessory structures or construction of new detached accessory structures? Are you a homeowner look for a contractor for your home remodeling project? The Field Issuance Remodel (FIR) might be right
Updated Public notice
ePlans, a New Online Portal, and Mobile Apps are on the way
Learn about how plans will be submitted online through ePlans, as well as other projects coming out of the POPS program.
Updated Newsletter
Revisions to Program Guide on Permit Extensions, Abandonment, Expiration and Reactivations
The Bureau of Development Services made updates to the Program Guide on Permit Extensions, Abandonment, Expiration and Reactivations in November 2018. After having used the guide for a few months, staff and customers have identified several opportunities for clarification.
Updated Public notice
Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) Updates
Read news from BPS about 82nd Ave improvements, Planning & Sustainability Commission membership, neighborhood notification improvements, Residential Infill Project, and proposed historic resource code amendments.
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Land Use Division Fee Increases Passed by City Council
On February 20, 2019, City Council passed a fee increase ordinance that was presented by representatives of the BDS Land Use Services Division, the first in nearly five years.
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Portland Online Permitting System Update: PDX ePlans
Development Services and Technology Services are making progress together on POPS, a program that is moving the City’s paper-based development review process to a more streamlined and efficient online digital system.
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Development Review Advisory Committee (DRAC) Happenings
Do you want to make an impact on development in Portland? Read about joining the Development Review Advisory Committee.
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Update about URM Ordinances 189201 & 189309 Requirements and Letter Notifications
Notifications to owners of Public buildings informing them of the requirements of the ordinance and how to comply with these requirements were mailed December 7, 2018. Notifications to other URM building owners except non-profits, were mailed on January 9, 2019.
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Help Prevent Flooding in Portland
During periods of excessive rainfall, snow, and ice melt, many areas of the City of Portland face a higher risk for flooding. To help prevent localized flooding, the Bureau of Development Services recommends that storm drains are cleared to allow for sufficient erosion control or water drainage.
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2019 Residential Permit Night Schedule
Working on a home improvement project? Building a new residence? Can’t make it to the Development Services Center during regular business hours? In 2019, the Bureau of Development Services is offering Residential Permit Night on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month.
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Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) Update on Bicycle Parking Code
The Bureau of Planning and Sustainability is working with the Portland Bureau of Transportation to update the Bicycle Parking requirements (33.266.200) for new development in Portland.
Updated Newsletter
Important Deadline for Tax Credits on Solar Energy Systems Purchased on or Before Dec. 31, 2017
The Oregon Department of Energy provides residential homeowners with up to a $6,000 tax credit for their 2017 taxes (with credit taken over four years) for the installation of solar energy systems. In order to qualify for this tax credit, individual projects need to have installation completed.
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Portland Parks & Recreation and Transportation Update on SDCs for Residential Additions
Beginning July 1, 2018, Portland Parks & Recreation and the Portland Bureau of Transportation will assess development fees for additions to residential units by the amount of square footage in each structure.
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Do You Have Any Signs? Changes to Zoning Code and Sign Code May Impact You
Changes to the Zoning Code (Title 33) Sign Code (Title 32) to implement the 2035 Comprehensive Plan will take effect at 1 p.m. on Thursday, May 24, 2018. These changes may have important ramifications for you if there are signs on your property or place of business.
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Updates to Sign Submittal Requirements
In an effort to improve our customer service interactions, ensure successful sign submittals and reduce review times, the following information is being provided to assist our customers.
Updated Public notice
Coming Soon: A More Efficient Plan Review Process
Over the next year, the City is phasing in a new more efficient plan review process for all types of building permits. This new process will establish dedicated windows of uninterrupted time for City staff to perform plan review.
Updated Newsletter
Rainy Season Construction Site and Erosion Control Measures
During the rainy season, between Oct. 1 and April 30, ground-disturbing construction work requires an elevated level of attention. Wet weather site and erosion control measures are necessary throughout the City.
Updated Newsletter
POPS Customer Advisory Committee Reconvenes
The Bureau of Development Services staff has been working to implement the Portland Online Permitting System (POPS), a program that will move the City’s paper-based development review process to a more streamlined and efficient online digital system.
Updated Newsletter
Bureau of Planning and Sustainability (BPS) Updates
Read news from BPS about DOZA, Comp Plan, multi-dwelling zones, neighborhood contact code requirements, residential infill, Willamette River, Equitable Housing Strategy and the bike parking code.
Updated Newsletter
Lunch & Learn - Basics of Erosion and Sediment Control in Residential Development - Oct. 19, 2018
On Oct. 19, Development Services hosted a Lunch & Learn on the basics of erosion and sediment control in residential development.
Updated Newsletter
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