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Permitting Improvement

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The City of Portland is improving policies and processes for receiving construction permits.
Contact

Terri Theisen

Permitting Improvement Strategy Manager

terri.theisen@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-865-6840
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Ken Ray

Public Information Officer, Development Services

ken.ray@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-865-6236
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About Permitting Improvement

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Permitting Improvement Task Force

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Check Permit Timelines

Related offices, programs, and projects

City inspector visiting a building site
Bureau/Office

Development Services (BDS)

Aerial view of bridges over the Willamette River in Downtown Portland
Bureau/Office

Environmental Services

Inspector Jerome Perryman performs an industrial worksite inspection
Program

Fire Permits and Inspections

Program

Public Works

SE 50th Avenue construction A
Program

Trees and Development

1900 SW 4th Ave building entrance.
Program

Water Development Services

Past Meetings and Hearings

– Development Review Advisory Committee (DRAC)Public Meeting

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