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.

Purpose, background, timeline, and contact information for the Expanding Opportunities for Affordable Housing 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.

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

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.

The Home Repair Loan Program provides a 0% interest loan to help eligible homeowners with low and moderate incomes make improvements and upgrades to continue living safely in their homes. How to apply.

See waitlist information.

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.

The Consolidated Plan is a five-year strategic plan that sets out a collaborative vision for community development in the Portland area. Learn about the Consolidated Plan and the annual Action Plan.

Find rent assistance resources for tenants and support for landlords. Funding from these programs focused on preventing evictions for households that experienced financial and health impacts due to COVID-19.