Download the plumbing permit application. You can also search Portland.gov for "plumbing permits" for residential projects or commercial projects and read step-by-step instructions on how to apply. Form last updated: 7/1/2025.

Last updated: 7/1/2025. You can also search Portland.gov for "mechanical permits" for residential projects or commercial projects and read step-by-step instructions on how to apply.

You can also search Portland.gov for "electrical permits" for residential projects or commercial projects and read step-by-step instructions on how to apply. Last updated: 7/1/2025.

it is the property owner's responsibility to obtain a permit and properly decommission known and suspected cesspools and septic tanks on their property.

If you are considering purchasing, installing or using a vending cart, it is important to understand which Building and Zoning Code standards may apply. Also known as Brochure 16. Updated January 2022.

Most common property maintenance violations (and how to avoid them). Basic Portland housing requirements. For more information, search Portland.gov for "code enforcement." Also known as Brochure 13. Updated January 2022.

Stairs for one and two-family residential dwellings. Information related to permit and inspection requirements. This brochure describes the code requirements for new residential stairs. Also known as Brochure 8. Updated January 2022.

Your home’s sewer and drain lines have probably been in place since the house was built. When one of these lines breaks, the leaking sewage beneath your yard harbors disease, may contain hazardous chemicals, and provides a thoroughfare for rats. Also known as Brochure 7. Updated January 2022.

This handout provides general information about the plans required for most building permits for work on a house or duplex (residential) in the City of Portland. Also known as Brochure 6. Updated January 2022.

It is important to make sure that wood burning equipment is installed properly to prevent fires and injuries. Learn more about permits for stoves, fireplaces and chimneys. Also known as Brochure 4. Updated January 2022.

Fences, Decks and Outdoor Residential Projects handout. Also known as brochure 3. You can search Portland.gov for a project type to find out what to include with your application to make sure it's complete. For example, "fence permits" or "deck permits." Updated January 2022.

This PDF is also available as an updated webpage on Portland.gov: "Do You Need a Permit for Your Residential Project?" Also known as Brochure 2. Updated January 2022.

This PDF brochure provides general information about permits and inspections for one and two-family dwellings (single-family homes, duplexes, townhouses, and detached accessory dwelling units). Also known as Brochure 1. Updated January 2022.

Information for homeowners who want to increase livable space in their single family homes by converting an attic, basement or garage or who want to legalize existing space that was converted without permits. Search Portland.gov for more information. Also known as Brochure 9. Updated January 2022.

This application is for building permits, site development permits and zoning permits. Search Portland.gov by project to find out what to include with your application to make sure it's complete. For example, search for "building permit," "ADU permits" or "zoning permit." Form updated: 2/2022.

This handout explains how to change the use or occupancy of a building in the City of Portland. Also known as Brochure 15. Updated January 2022.

Window Building Code requirements for residential one- and two-family dwellings (single-family homes, duplexes, townhouses, and detached accessory dwelling units). Also known as Brochure 10. Updated January 2022.

La ciudad de Portland y los contratistas de techos asociados han desarrollado conjuntamente un programa de inspección y permiso para volver a techar que será más eficaz para la ciudad a la hora de obtener el cumplimiento del código y, al mismo tiempo, será menos costoso para el contratista.

This fillable form provides detailed information about erosion control requirements. Updated November 2022.

La ley de Oregón requiere que los solicitantes de un permiso para construcción residencial que no estén licenciados con la Junta de Contratistas de la Construcción firmen la siguiente declaración antes de que se les pueda conceder un permiso de construcción.