Services and Resources for Rent or own property

A building permit application is required for building permits, site development permits, and zoning permits. Find the electrical permit, mechanical permit, plumbing permit applications, and the simple erosion control requirements form. For Portland and Maywood Park building permits.

Renters in Portland who are served a no-cause eviction or encounter any of the triggering events may have the right to be paid relocation assistance from their landlord. Landlords must notify RSO of the payment. For eligible exemptions, see the Administrative Rules.

Purpose, background, timeline, and contact information for the SW Corridor Inclusive Communities project.

The N/NE Neighborhood Housing Strategy is an initiative by the Portland Housing Bureau to address a legacy of displacement in North and Northeast Portland through investments in new affordable rental housing, opportunities for first-time homebuyers, and home retention programs for longtime residents

The Rental Services Office operates a helpline and provides technical assistance and information specific to Mandatory Renter Relocation Assistance. The office is a resource for both landlords and renters.

Explore affordable housing developments built or planned for completion within the next few years.

The Affordable Housing SDC Exemption Program has different requirements dependent on whether the exempted unit will be sold to home buyers or rented. This page covers information for builders who intend to sell the exempted unit.

The Affordable Housing SDC Exemption Program has different requirements dependent on whether the exempted unit will be sold to home buyers or rented. This page covers information for building owners that intend to rent out the exempted unit.

Learn about the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) Set-Aside Policy for affordable housing

PHB's Affordable Housing SDC Exemption Program assists developers by reducing development costs when building affordable residential housing. Developers are exempt from paying SDCs levied by the City of Portland only when those units meet the Affordable Housing SDC Exemption Program requirements.

In 2022, we were tracking 40 audits with 226 recommendations. Topics ranged from internal financial focused subjects, such as payment card use and construction costs, to programs that impact Portlanders directly, such as the City’s approach to policing gun violence and cleaning up homeless camps.

Permanent administrative rules, code, and ordinances

The Down Payment Assistance Loan is designed with favorable terms to help first-time homebuyers purchase a home within the city limits of Portland. The Down Payment Assistance Loan is a second mortgage loan funded by the Portland Housing Bureau (PHB).

How to apply for an exception to City driveway standards.

Application for exemptions for new construction or other special circumstances.

Under specific situations outlined in the policy and the Administrative Rules, a rental unit may be eligible for an exemption from mandatory renter relocation assistance. Carefully review the exemption criteria and administrative rules before applying.

Programs and resources for homebuyers. Find links to local agencies that provide homebuyer education and for other helpful resources.

A permit is required to document a change of use or change of occupancy classification of a building, even where no alterations are planned or required by the code. Learn more about change of use or change of occupancy. Includes information for small business owners.