Memorial Day closure

Most City of Portland offices will be closed Monday, May 25. Recreation centers may be open, check before you go.

Portland and the federal government

Learn about our sanctuary city status, efforts to block federal overreach: Portland.gov/Federal

Connecting to the Sewer

Program

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

MHLD 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, and projects

Connect to City Infrastructure

Managing Stormwater

Permitting & Development

Transportation Permitting

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