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About the Noise Program

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Apply for a noise code variance

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Construction Noise and Regulations

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Learn more about City of Portland regulations on construction noise.

Contact Portland Permitting and Development

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This form helps you ask about permits, cases, or project support.

Find public records with Permitting & Development

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Get records about building on private property. Get other records about code enforcement, permits, or land use reviews. Request records for liquor and cannabis businesses.

Gasoline Powered Leaf Blower Phase-out FAQs

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Get updates from Permitting & Development: Subscribe to the Plans Examiner

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Sign up for email alerts and newsletters from Portland Permitting & Development. Join our email list today. The Plans Examiner is a monthly digest of news, events, and helpful resources. Sign up now!

How to document ongoing noise issues

Guide
Use this page to learn how to take education noise measurements using a smartphone.

Learn about the Title 18 Noise Control Code

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Map of Noise Complaints

External resource
View a map of recent noise complaints filed within the City of Portland.

Map of Noise Variance Applications

External resource
This map illustrates recent applications for noise variances within the City of Portland.

Multnomah County Leaf Blower Phase-out Info

County resource
The Portland City Council voted Wednesday, March 13, 2024, to phase out the use of all gas-powered leaf blowers by 2028. The ban applies to both public and private property. Read the full article at the link below

Noise Complaints Dashboard

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Learn how to view and use data relating to noise complaints.

Noise Control Code Amendment Project

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Learn more about the City of Portland’s Noise Control Code, how it works to preserve neighborhood livability while supporting construction activities and special events, and ideas for its improvement.

Pile Driving

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Report a Code Violation - City Phone Numbers

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Phone numbers to call to report a violation or if you received a code violation. Find out who to call for concerns about a commercial business in a residential neighborhood, landslides, construction without permits, noise, trees, bushes, broken down cars and other complaints.

Report a noise concern or gasoline powered leaf blower concern

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Use this form to report common noises and to file a formal complaint for noises covered under the City’s Noise Code, Title 18 and for the use of gasoline powered leaf blowers regulated by Title 17.

Request accommodations from Portland Permitting & Development

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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.

Supporting Businesses As They Reopen

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Many businesses have been prioritizing the health of their employees and customers by offering alternative outdoor experiences. These new changes may cause neighbors to hear more noise during operating hours.

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