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News
Residential batch permits now reviewed through ProjectDox
Permits for three or more one- or two-family residential dwellings, submitted on the same plan set at one time, are now evaluated in the City's online plan review system to improve the customer experience.
News article

Portland Permitting & Development proposes fee changes, effective July 1, 2025
Learn more about the proposed fee changes and how you can share your views.
Updated News article

Notice of Permanent Administrative Rule - Transient Lodging Facilities
The purpose of this administrative rule is to guide implementation of Chapter 24.31 of Portland City Code. This chapter governs transient lodging facilities within the City of Portland. Comments on this rule are due by Monday, June 9.
Public notice

Follow these requirements to submit a permit application under fees in effect before July 1, 2025
Fees for permits are proposed to change. Follow these guidelines to submit a permit application under the current fees.
News article

Events
5/19/25 - Historic Landmarks Commission Hearing Agenda - SPECIAL DATE
SPECIAL DATE
Noise Review Board Meeting
This volunteer advisory board works to improve neighborhood livability by striking a balance between sound-generating activities related to construction, special events, and other issues, and the desire for livable communities.
5/26/25 - Historic Landmarks Commission Hearing Agenda - CANCELLED
Regularly scheduled Historic Landmarks Commission Hearings are the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month.
6/5/25 - Design Commission Hearing Agenda
Regularly scheduled Design Commission Hearings are the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month.
Past Meetings and Hearings
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