Construction and development

Residential and commercial permitting, inspections, and code

News and Notices

Development Services resumes collection of intake fees on small project permits

The COVID-era practice of delaying payment of intake fees until the issuance of a permit is ending.

News article


News Release: New sidewalk and improved crossings coming to SE 174th Avenue between SE Stark and Main streets

Construction begins this week on the $2.4 million Safe Routes to School project and will last approximately seven months

Press release


Environmental Services requests public comment on proposed changes to administrative rules for user, development, and connection charges

Environmental Services is proposing changes to multiple administrative rules related to user, development, and connection charges. The public can submit comments on the proposed revisions beginning April 1, 2024.

Public notice


Are you interested in advising the City of Portland’s permitting processes? Apply to serve on the Development Review Advisory Committee.

The City of Portland is seeking interested persons to serve in one of three positions, each for a three-year term, on the Development Review Advisory Committee. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. Applications are accepted through Thursday, April 25.

News article


Clean Air Construction Small Grant Open Through 4/5/2024

The Clean Air Construction Small Grant Program for diesel engine retrofit, repower or equipment replacement is now open through April 5th, 2024. This grant is to support firms in converting to new, cleaner technologies and exhaust controls to comply with Clean Air Construction requirements.

Updated News article


Upcoming Events

River Community Advisory Committee Meeting

The River Community Advisory Committee is comprised of six members who represent a variety of interests relating to floating structures. It assists with the development of procedures and administrative guidelines for implementing city code relating to floating structures.

10:30 am 11:30 am
Public Meeting
Available Online

Development Review Advisory Committee (DRAC)

The Development Review Advisory Committee (DRAC) is an advisory body representing those with interests in the outcomes of policies, budgets, regulations, and procedures that affect development review processes. Its meetings are regularly held on the third Thursday of the month from 8 to 10 a.m.

8:00 am 10:00 am
Public Meeting
Available Online

82nd Avenue presentation to Roseway Neighborhood Association

Building a Better 82nd team members will present to the Neighborhood Association

7:00 pm 9:00 pm
Public Meeting
Available Online