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

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Schedule a free 15-minute meeting with a construction, zoning and development expert. Ask questions about building permit submittal requirements and zoning. Get help with the permit process, ask zoning requirements questions, building codes and more. Language access is available.

Building and Zoning Permit Application

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You need a building permit application for building permits, site development permits and zoning permits. Also, find the electrical permit, mechanical permit and the plumbing permit applications and the simple erosion control requirements form. For City of Portland and Maywood Park building permits.

About Development Services (BDS)

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Read about the mission, goals, values and equity commitment of the Bureau of Development Services. Get information about visiting BDS, our operating plan and the Development Services organizational chart. Review Director Rebecca Esau's calendar.

Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Permits

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Apply for an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) permit online before you convert a home or garage or build an ADU. Get all forms for an ADU permit application and apply online. Learn about ADU inspections for basement apartments, in-law units, in-law apartments, rental units and adding another dwelling.

Accessory Short-Term Rental Permits (ASTR)

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Apply for a short-term rental permit or renew a short-term rental permit. Learn about accessory short-term rental Type A permits and Type B permits and rental inspections. Get permit information for rental units, vacation rentals, mother-in-law apartments, renting out bedrooms and basement rentals.

Accessory Short-Term Rental Permits (ASTR) - Read Before You Apply

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Apply for a short-term rental permit or renew a short-term rental permit. Learn about accessory short-term rental (ASTR) Type A permits and Type B permits and rental inspections. Get requirements for rental units, vacation rentals, mother-in-law apartments, renting out a bedroom and basement units.

Additional Use and Development Regulations

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Two of the most commonly used sections of the code regulate landscaping and screening, and parking and loading.

Adjustment Reviews

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Learn more about the City of Portland's zoning adjustment review process. Get all required forms and apply for an adjustment review.

All BDS Applications, Brochures, Drawings, Forms and Sample Site Plans

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Get permit application forms, brochures, handouts and more forms from Development Services. Find all permitting brochures. Search the list of sample site plans like the sample basement plan, drawings and submittal requirements. Start here for the full list of all BDS forms and all BDS handouts.

Apply for Land Use Reviews and Final Plat Applications

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Learn more about land use review and final plat applications in the City of Portland. Find out where to send your application.

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

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Gather permit application materials and apply for a building permit online. Pay for permits in person or online with Development Hub PDX (DevHub).

Attic, Basement or Garage Conversion Residential Building Permits

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Information on permits and inspections needed to convert an attic, basement or garage. Get all forms and apply for a permit online to remodel an attic, finish a basement or do a garage remodel. Find the code guide and check the permit history before you add a room or add a bedroom.

Base Zones

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Find the allowed uses and development standards for your zone. Get information about base zones and development standards.

BDS Employees Website

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Development Services employees website.

BDS Notifications With Translation and Interpretation Information

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In an effort to increase and improve public access to information, all BDS land use review, residential demolition and enforcement notifications include information on how to request language translation, interpretation and other accommodations. This notice is translated into several languages.

Building Seismic Safety Council

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The Building Seismic Safety Council (BSSC) deals with the complex technical, regulatory, social and economic issues involved in developing and promulgating building earthquake risk mitigation provisions that are national in scope.

Capital Improvement Projects and Trees

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Learn more about trees and development on City-owned or Managed Sites and Projects in the Right-of-Way. This page is for Capital Improvement Projects, Development on City-owned or Managed sites, & Projects in the Right-of-Way.

Cascade Station/Portland International Center Plan District Traffic Impact

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Learn more about the Cascade Station/Portland International Center Plan District Traffic Impact Analysis. Get a land use review application and read more about land use services fees.

Central City Parking Reviews

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A Central City Parking Review is a land use review for parking in the Central City Plan District. Get a land use review application and more information about this land use review procedure.

Central City Plan District Open Space Height Transfer Review

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Learn more about the Central City Plan District Open Space Height Transfer Review. Get required applications and other helpful information.

Change of Use or Change of Occupancy

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A permit is required to document a change of use or change of occupancy classification of a building, even where no alterations are planned or required by the code. Learn more about change of use or change of occupancy. Includes information for small business owners.

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

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City and State building codes and administrative rules, code guides and program guides. Review the City and State codes and administrative rules carried out by Development Services. Find all codes, program guides and administrative rules on this page. Review MOUs/IGAs and request a code change.

City of Beaverton Building Services

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City of Beaverton website. The Building Division of the Community and Economic Development Department is responsible for issuing building, plumbing, heating / cooling, and electrical permits. This also includes reviewing plans and conducting inspections. Learn more at the City of Beaverton website.

City of Gresham Urban Design and Planning

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City of Gresham, Oregon website. Urban Design and Planning is committed to serving the needs of Gresham's community, both today and into the future.

City of Maywood Park Permits

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The City of Portland issues building permits for the City of Maywood Park. Search Portland.gov for "building permit" or search by project type ("deck permit") to get the application and link to apply on Dev Hub. For all other City of Maywood Park permit needs, visit the City of Maywood Park website.

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