Permit Improvement Project

Project
Our mission is to improve policies and processes for receiving construction permits citywide.
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About the Permit Improvement Project

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Current Projects

Permit to issuance

Permitting Metrics

Contact

Terri Theisen

Permitting Improvement Strategy Manager
terri.theisen@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-865-6840
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Related offices, programs, and projects

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Development Services (BDS)

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Connecting to the Sewer

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Fire Permits and Inspections

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Public Works

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Trees and Development

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Water Development Services

News

Portland City Council unanimously commits to consolidate city permitting

The Council seeks the creation of “a consolidated single permitting entity… with clear authority, responsibility and accountability.”

News article

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More news

Past Meetings and Hearings

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