Services and Resources
169 services and resources found
Register or Decommission a UIC
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Registration is required for all City-owned UICs, including those in the right-of-way or on City-owned properties. Find the forms and process to register or decommission sumps, soakage trenches, hybrids, or other facilities that infiltrate stormwater below ground.
Removal and Replanting Permits
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There are several options for applying including; online, mail, and in person.
You may renew an ongoing temporary street use permit with the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT), or reissue a permit you have had in the past.
Replace a lost or stolen annual area parking permit or change license plate (NO LONGER VALID)
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Request a Permit Extension
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Request a permit extension from the City of Portland. Get a permit extension for a trade permit or a building permit. Get permit extensions for other types of permits.
You must have prior permission to enter city stormwater, sanitary, or sewer systems. Environmental Services issues authorization.
Request a Permit Reactivation
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Request a permit reactivation for expired or abandoned permits from the City of Portland. Get a permit reactivation for a trade permit or a building permit.
Request a Permit Revision
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Request a permit revision from the City of Portland. Get a permit revision for a building permit. Get permit revisions for other types of permits. If you need to make changes to a project after you got a permit, you need to submit an application for a permit revision.
Portland City Code gives you the option of requesting a modification to some Transportation decisions through an administrative review by the Transportation Enforcement Program Manager.
Research on Park Property
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All research taking place on property owned or managed by Portland Parks & Recreation requires a permit. There are no fees, but the permit is required. Applications will be accepted at any time.
Find information about recent permits and land use reviews. Get up-to-date information about demolition delays. Search Portland Maps for information by permit type, contractor's name, permit number, project type, street address and more.
Reserve a parks facility
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Portland Parks & Recreation has many different venues available to rent for picnics, weddings, and more.
Residential Decks
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Apply for a permit online for your home deck project. Get application requirements and forms for building or altering a deck. This includes roof deck permits and balcony permits.
Learn more about residential fee-paid inspection requests in the City of Portland. Request an inspection and get the code enforcement application online now. Get information about voluntary ADU inspections, attic and basement inspections and code evaluation inspections and schedule an inspection.
What you need for residential building permits and inspections for houses, duplexes and two-unit townhouses. Get links to permit application forms and code guides for residential building projects. Read about setbacks and find information about specific building permits. Homeowners, start here.
Root Pruning Permits
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Below are several options for submitting and application including;
Do you need to pick up your approved-to-issue paper plans or make corrections to your paper plans that are in "Checksheet" status? To pick up or drop off paper plans, you'll have to schedule an appointment. Learn how to make an appointment online.
Search for Permits Using an Address, Application Number or IVR Number
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Search for a new or old permit by address, application number or IVR number. Find permit information on Portland Maps.
Find a property's plumbing permit history and most building, electrical, mechanical or plumbing code appeals heard prior to September 2003. Search plumbing permit records online.
Find a property's plumbing permit history and most building, electrical, mechanical or plumbing code appeals heard after September 2003.
Learn about septic decommissioning permits and inspections for cesspools, septic tanks, and seepage pits that were abandoned or are no longer in use. You need these permits when connecting to a public sanitary sewer from an active septic system, and often for demolition permits or building permits.
Septic Evaluations: Septic Review Certifications, Authorization Notices and Site Evaluation Reports
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Properties use septic systems for sanitary disposal if they do not have physical and/or legal access to public sanitary sewer. Learn about how to obtain septic approval for development on properties that already have a septic system or vacant land that will need a septic system.
Properties use septic systems for sanitary disposal if they do not have physical or legal access to a public sewer. Learn about applying for septic permits for new construction, alteration and repairs in Multnomah County. Get the application forms and information about septic installation permits.
Sign and Awning Permits
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Apply for permanent sign permits and awning permits. Get the sign permit application and all the required materials you need to prepare for a completed application. Learn about the different types of signs and when you need a sign permit.
Register A-boards and portable signs. Get the Portable / A-Board Sign Registration form and learn how to apply.
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