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The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is a community partner in shaping a livable city. We plan, build, manage and maintain an effective and safe transportation system that provides people and businesses access and mobility. We keep Portland moving.
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Apply for an annual area parking permit (online)

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Apply for a permit to reserve on-street parking

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Report an abandoned vehicle

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Leaf Day

Raking leaves PBOT

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Transportation Sign Up

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Portland Parking Guide

Public Parking in Portland

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Biking in Portland

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About BIKETOWN for All

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Portland Gravel Street Service

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PBOT Employee Portal

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Contact

Contact

PBOT 24/7 Maintenance Dispatch

PDXroads@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-823-1700Available 24/7 for emergency road hazards.

PBOT Front Desk

311@portlandoregon.gov
phone number503-823-5185Available during regular business hours.

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Location

Portland Bureau of Transportation

1120 SW Fifth Ave., Suite 1331
Portland , OR
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News

Snow in the forecast? Out of the forecast? Either way, it's time to get winter ready with tips and email updates from PBOT

As we enter the winter season, it's time to get ready for potential winter weather. You can sign up for updates and tips, delivered right to your email inbox or text messages.

News article

Smoother street ahead: PBOT’s Gravel Street Service kicks off another season with work beginning in SE Portland

This year’s Gravel Street Service will address streets in Southeast (north of SE Division Street), Northeast, and North Portland

Press release

BIKETOWN ridership surges past half a million rides, shattering prior annual record in just nine months

BIKETOWN trips increased 60% over last year; BIKETOWN for All members grow to one-third of all rides, as program expands access for Portlanders living on low incomes

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