Services and Resources

The Bureau of Transportation has two groups of Construction Inspectors, depending on the type of permit issued:

If you will be working within 5 feet of the trackway or 10 feet of the overhead contact wire, you will need a Track Access Permit from Portland Streetcar. Currently, there is no fee for the permit, but the permit allows us to collaborate with you and maintain safety for all concerned.

Find the online form, materials, and instructions to prepare a public works permitting concept submittal.

Find the online form, materials, and instructions to prepare a public works permitting design development submittal.

Find the online form, materials, and instructions to prepare a public works permitting final plans submittal.

Use this form during the concept development or design development steps of the public works permitting process when additional information is requested to complete the review.

Preconcept meetings are necessary for project and plan preparation to minimize project time and cost. Receive guidance, discuss possible solutions to potential conflicts, ask questions, and learn what information City staff need to effectively review your project.

Apply for a fire permit to install, remove or alter tanks and related equipment.

Current permit holders in the Central Eastside (Zones G & N) and Northwest (Zone M) Parking Districts eligible to trade in permit(s) for Transportation Wallet(s). Rules and restrictions apply.

Residents and employees in the Central Eastside and Northwest Parking Districts are eligible to purchase a Transportation Wallet or trade in a parking permit in exchange for one.

Apply for a permit to attach objects to Street Trees. There are several options for applying including; online, mail, and in person.

The program is designed to enable residents to achieve a high level of protection against a wildland-urban interface (WUI) fire loss even as a sustainable ecosystem balance is maintained. In coordination with Portland Fire & Rescue, assessments are conducted upon the resident’s request.

Get a zoning permit from the City of Portland. Learn about when a zoning permit is required, when a zoning permit isn't required, and how to get started with a zoning permit application. Find all of the required forms for a zoning permit.