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Permits and Inspections Applications

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Get all permit applications from Portland Permitting & Development. Find the list of building permit applications and trade permit applications.
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Find out what to include with a completed permit application 

This webpage is a quick list of forms for people who know what they need for a completed application. Search Portland.gov for a project type or permit type to find out what to include with your application to make sure it's complete. For example, "home occupation permit" or "residential plumbing permit."  

The webpages include step-by-step application instructions and links to apply online (if available). They also have other forms like checklists to include with an application. You can also browse all Commercial Development Permitting and Inspections webpages and all Residential Development Permitting and Inspections webpages.

All permits and inspections applications

Search for more applications, brochures, forms and handouts about development projects 

You can search for more applications, brochures and other forms by name in Documents. For best results, use more than one word in your search. For example, building permit application.

Learn more about the permitting process and apply online or in person 

You can apply online for a permit or drop plans off in person with an appointment. You can also learn more about the permit review process (the steps to getting permits).