The City accepts many different types of permit and plan review applications. Find out where to send your permit application request and where to purchase a permit. Find out if you can pay for your permit online, by email or in person.
In-person drop-off is limited. Read more about how to set up an appointment to drop off permit plans in person.
Where to Apply or Pay for BDS Permits, Applications and Reviews
| Bureau | Permit, Application or Review Type | Where should I apply? |
|---|---|---|
| BDS | Residential & Commercial Electrical Permits | Apply on Development Hub PDX |
| BDS | Residential & Commercial Mechanical Permits | Apply on Development Hub PDX |
| BDS | Residential & Commercial Plumbing Permits | Apply on Development Hub PDX |
| BDS | Commercial Building Permit Application Request | Submit on Development Hub PDX |
| BDS | Residential Building Permit Application Request | Submit on Development Hub PDX |
| BDS | Site Development Permits | Apply on Development Hub PDX |
| BDS | Development Review | Apply on Development Hub PDX |
| BDS | Zoning Permits | Apply on Development Hub PDX |
| BDS | Permit Revision Applications | Apply on Development Hub PDX |
| BDS | Deferred Submittals | Apply on Development Hub PDX |
| BDS | Early Assistance - Land Use | Apply via email - instructions available here. |
| BDS | Design Advice Request | Apply via email – instructions available here. |
| BDS | Pre-Application Conferences | Apply via email - information available here. |
| BDS | Zoning Confirmation & Land Use Compatibility | Apply via email - instructions available here. |
| BDS | Final Plat | Apply via email - instructions available here. |
| BDS | Land Use Review | Apply via email - instructions available here. |
| BDS | Solar Permits | Apply via email - instructions available here. |
| BDS | Murals | Apply via email - instructions available here. |
| BDS | Home Occupation Permits | Instructions available here. |
| BDS | Short-Term Rentals | Instructions available here. |
| BDS | Sign Permits | Instructions available here. |
| BDS | Process Managed Permits (Major Projects Group) | Application materials available here. |
| BDS | Field Issuance Remodel (FIR) | Instructions to apply for FIR available here. |
| BDS | Facilities Permit Program (FPP) | Instructions to apply for FPP available here. |
Pay for services from other City bureaus on Development Hub PDX
Urban Forestry (UF) Payments
| Urban Forestry | Self-Issued Pruning |
|---|---|
| Urban Forestry | Removal / Replant Permit |
| Urban Forestry | Root Pruning |
Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) Payments
| PBOT | Temporary Street Use Permit |
|---|---|
| PBOT | Public Works Appeal |
| PBOT | Minor Improvement Permit |
| PBOT | Transportation Review |
| PBOT | Vertical Infrastructure |
Bureau of Environmental Services (BES) Payments
| BES | ROW Sewer Connection |
|---|---|
| BES | ROW Sewer Repair |
| BES | Special Circumstances |
| BES | Systems Development Charges |
Fire & Life Safety Payments
| Fire & Life Safety | Fire Systems Permit |
|---|
Water Bureau Permits & Payments
| Water | System Development Charges |
|---|---|
| Water | Hydrants |
| Water | Subdivisions |
| Water | Miscellaneous Fees |