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Residential Development Permitting and Inspections

Program
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Residential permitting applications, forms and inspections information for one and two-family homes. Apply for building permits online and check the status of an application. Have home repair or home remodeling projects planned? Find out if you need permits for your home improvement project.
Location

Development Services Center

City Office
1900 SW Fourth Avenue
First floor lobby
Portland, OR 97201
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Monday through Friday 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. except Thursdays 8 a.m. to noon
Contact

Permitting General Information

Development Services

phone number503-823-7357

Message Line

Oregon Relay Service711 Oregon Relay Service

Residential Inspections

Development Services

BDSinspections@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-823-7388

Monday through Friday from 8:15 am - 3:45 pm. Leave a detailed message.

Oregon Relay Service711 Oregon Relay Service
fax number503-823-7693

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Apply or Pay for Building Permits, Trade Permits and Zoning Permits

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15-Minute Appointments: Free Building Permit and Zoning Help

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How to Fill Out a Building Permit Application- A Step-by-Step Guide

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Do You Need a Permit for Your Home Repair or Home Remodeling Project?

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FIR: Field Issuance Remodel Program

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How to Request Public Property Records from Development Services

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Residential Permit Inspections

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Today's Residential Inspections

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Check the Status of a Building Permit Review

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