In-person services at Development Services Center reduced to two days a week, starting in November

Due to staff shortages and limited customer traffic, in-person services at the Development Services Center at 1900 SW 4th Ave. are limited to Tuesdays 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursdays 8 a.m. to noon, for at least six months starting Nov. 1, 2023. Please call 311 or 503-823-7300 for more information.

Zoning and Land Use

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Information and resources on Portland's zoning code. Get applications, forms and helpful zoning information.

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City and State Codes, Administrative Rules, Code Guides and Program Guides

Early Assistance Zoning and Infrastructure Review

Find Zoning Regulations and Zoning Maps

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How to find public records from Development Services

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Apply for Land Use Reviews and Final Plat Applications

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15-Minute Question Appointments: Free Building Permit and Zoning Help

Overview of the Zoning Code

Zoning Questions

Zoning and Land Use Additional Planning Services

Contact

General Inquiries

Development Services

bds@portlandoregon.gov

503-823-7300Our front desk team will be available to answer Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please leave a message if you call outside of those hours.

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Related offices, programs, advisory groups, and projects

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Commercial Development Permitting and Inspections

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Residential Development Permitting and Inspections

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Planning and Sustainability (BPS)

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Development Services (BDS)

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Design Commission

This is a photo of the Ladd Carriage House, which is located in downtown Portland and is on the National Register of Historic Places.

Historic Landmarks Commission

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Empowered Communities Program

News

Design Commission endorses housing at Con-Way site

Additional units are proposed for a vibrant Slabtown neighborhood.

November 17, 2023 9:15 am News article

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Have a passion for architecture, development and public spaces? Consider joining the Portland Design Commission.

The City of Portland is seeking applications for two upcoming openings, each for a four-year term, on the Design Commission. Persons of color are encouraged to apply.

November 6, 2023 4:30 pm News article

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Past Meetings and Hearings

Pre-Application Conference for 13836 SE CLAYBOURNE ST

May 10, 2023

More meetings and hearings

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