Schedule a free 15-minute meeting with a construction, zoning, and development expert. Ask questions about building permit submittal requirements, building codes, and zoning. If you have questions about a project in review, please contact the individual reviewer(s) directly.

Learn more about the requirements that apply to accessory dwelling units related to water, sanitary and stormwater sewer connections.

The Commercial Meter Sizing Form is used to determine the correct meter size for all fixtures (such as sinks, toilets, and hose bibs) in a commercial or mixed-use development.

This page lists phone numbers for development managers and supervisors at Contact Managers and Supervisors

If you're applying for a building permit, a public works permit, or a utility permit, or if you interact with the water system in the right-of-way, use these manuals and CAD standards to understand our design and construction requirements.

Portland Permitting & Development is committed to providing all Portlanders access to City services. We offer in-person and over-the-phone interpreter services in more than 240 languages, including American Sign Language, at no cost to you. We offer auxiliary aid services.

Some development permits require water flow and pressure information. Start here to request that information from the Portland Water Bureau.

Use the Residential Meter Request Form to report information to the Public Works Permitting team about the water needs of your residential development project.

In January 2021, City Council approved an update to Portland City Code Title 21, which included updates to the water metering policy. Beginning July 1, 2021, the bureau has new requirements and new cost structures for installing water meters.  

If you're a business owner, operator, or tenant located in the Columbia South Shore Well Field, you can find the required hazardous materials reporting resources here.