Connecting to the Sewer

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Environmental Services' goal is to provide all residential, commercial, and industrial customers access to the public sewer. Most developed properties in Portland are connected to the sewer system, but some properties need to be connected to the sewer for various reasons.
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Nonconforming Sewers

Connecting to the Sewer Costs

Converting Septic Systems to Sewer Connections

Financial Assistance for Sewer Connection and Conversion

Installing Your Private Sewer Line

Connecting to the Portland Sewer from Outside the City

Middle Housing Land Division Sewer Service Requirements

Public Sewer Easements

Understanding Your Property's Sewer Connection

Guide to UR and UC Permits – Lateral Repairs and Connections to Public Sewers

Apply for a UR Permit for Lateral Repair in Right-of-Way or Public Easement

Apply for a UC Permit for Lateral Connections to the Public Sewer System

Related offices, programs, advisory groups, and projects

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Connect to City Infrastructure

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Managing Stormwater

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Recovering Resources

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Permitting & Development

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Transportation Permitting

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