Learn about our sanctuary city status, efforts to block federal overreach: Portland.gov/Federal
In-person services at Development Services Center available on Tuesdays and Thursdays; virtual appointments available daily
Services in the Development Services Center at 1900 SW 4th Ave. are available Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Limited services are available to walk-in customers; appointments are recommended.Many building permit services are available online 24 hours a day. Learn more.
Portland Permitting & Development (PP&D) manages building permits, land use, inspections, code enforcement, and public works permits to ensure our built environment is safe and accessible.
Each May, building code professionals around the world promote Building Safety Month. Organized by the International Code Council, Building Safety Month seeks to raise awareness about the importance of building safety and of modern and updated building codes.
Three Building Official Determinations (BODs) were issued to provide answers about the application of building codes and outline optional alternatives.
Permitting & Development’s Land Use Services division is pleased to partner with Prosper Portland’s Office of Small Business at its monthly community office hours to offer helpful information about how the City’s zoning rules affect small businesses.
Permitting & Development is proposing changes to several of its fees for the coming fiscal year due to increased costs for labor, materials and other services. Learn more about the proposed fee changes and how you can share your views.
Portland Permitting & Development's Land Use Services team is supporting Prosper Portland's Office of Small Business to provide helpful information and resources for small business owners.
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.
The Development Review Advisory Committee (DRAC) is an advisory body representing those with interests in the outcomes of policies, budgets, regulations, and procedures that affect development review processes. Its meetings are regularly held on the third Thursday of the month from 8 to 10 a.m.
