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The Field Issuance Remodel program offers residential remodeling contractors one point-of-contact to streamline the permitting and inspection process. BDS staff innovated to add more contractors without expanding staffing.
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Written comments or testimony must be received by 5:00 pm on February 25, 2021 and must include a first and last name to be considered. Register for the virtual public hearing on February 25, 2021 or see other ways to submit your testimony.
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The program guide for policies on when permits may be extended, when they are abandoned or expire, and when they may be reactivated after expiration has been updated.
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The City of Portland, through the Bureau of Development Services, is seeking interested persons to serve in one of seven positions, each for a three-year term, on the Development Review Advisory Committee. Persons of color are encouraged to apply. The deadline to apply is Friday, Feb. 26.
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A new ordinance updates the city’s tree policies to promote greater preservation of trees when development occurs in certain types of commercial zones and to promote the preservation of larger trees in other development situations.
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Bridge installation will require a full closure of a segment of I-405 between Highway 26 and the Fremont Bridge
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Between Sunday, Jan. 10, and Friday, Jan. 15, 2021 the Water Bureau will remove a tower crane from the Washington Park Reservoir worksite. The Park's SW Park Pl. entrance will be closed, SW Sherwood Blvd. and SW Sacajawea Blvd. will be closed, and traffic will be reversed on SW Lewis and Clark Cir.
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The Bureau of Development Services now offers a faster and easier way to apply for a building or trade permit online through Development Hub PDX.
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The City of Portland adopted 2020 editions of the Stormwater Management Manual (SWMM) and Source Control Manual (SCM). The new editions of the manuals are in effect starting Dec. 14, 2020.
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We appreciate your patience and understanding as we work to support the construction industry and our local economy during these difficult times.
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In recognition of the cost of doing business during a pandemic, and due to the increased complexity of processing appeals (building, mechanical, plumbing electrical and floating structures), the fees for submitting appeals have been adjusted.
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The City of Portland, through the Bureau of Development Services, is seeking applicants for an at-large member of the public to serve a four-year term on the Historic Landmarks Commission. The deadline to apply is Thursday, Dec. 31.
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Environmental Services held the first council reading for Title 17.38 on Oct. 7 and second council reading on Oct. 14. The 2020 Stormwater Management Manual will be in effect later this fall.
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Fiscal Year 2019-2020 report showcases changes, improvements and accomplishments in supporting the community and local economy, with an emphasis on social equity.
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This is the Annual Report for Procurement Services for the 2020 Fiscal Year, which begins July 1, 2019 through June 30, 2020. Procurement Services established goals for our internal organization, equity in contracting, construction workforce development, and sustainable procurement.
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The Bureau of Development Services proposed fee increases across most of its services, effective Dec. 1, 2020. These fee increases were approved by the Portland City Council on Oct. 28, 2020.
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Use outdoor space like a parking lot to help with social distancing and safety. Get zoning and other city code information to use parking lots for outdoor customer seating, services, and to sell merchandise. Use these social distancing guidelines for your outdoor seating, outdoor booths and more.
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