Download the plumbing permit application. You can also search Portland.gov for "plumbing permits" for residential projects or commercial projects and read step-by-step instructions on how to apply. Form last updated: 7/1/2025.

Last updated: 7/1/2025. You can also search Portland.gov for "mechanical permits" for residential projects or commercial projects and read step-by-step instructions on how to apply.

You can also search Portland.gov for "electrical permits" for residential projects or commercial projects and read step-by-step instructions on how to apply. Last updated: 7/1/2025.

it is the property owner's responsibility to obtain a permit and properly decommission known and suspected cesspools and septic tanks on their property.

If you are considering purchasing, installing or using a vending cart, it is important to understand which Building and Zoning Code standards may apply. Also known as Brochure 16. Updated January 2022.

Most common property maintenance violations (and how to avoid them). Basic Portland housing requirements. For more information, search Portland.gov for "code enforcement." Also known as Brochure 13. Updated January 2022.

Information for homeowners who want to increase livable space in their single family homes by converting an attic, basement or garage or who want to legalize existing space that was converted without permits. Search Portland.gov for more information. Also known as Brochure 9. Updated January 2022.

This handout provides general information about the plans required for most building permits for work on a house or duplex (residential) in the City of Portland. Also known as Brochure 6. Updated January 2022.

Fences, Decks and Outdoor Residential Projects handout. Also known as brochure 3. You can search Portland.gov for a project type to find out what to include with your application to make sure it's complete. For example, "fence permits" or "deck permits." Updated January 2022.

This PDF is also available as an updated webpage on Portland.gov: "Do You Need a Permit for Your Residential Project?" Also known as Brochure 2. Updated January 2022.

This PDF brochure provides general information about permits and inspections for one and two-family dwellings (single-family homes, duplexes, townhouses, and detached accessory dwelling units). Also known as Brochure 1. Updated January 2022.

This application is for building permits, site development permits and zoning permits. Search Portland.gov by project to find out what to include with your application to make sure it's complete. For example, search for "building permit," "ADU permits" or "zoning permit." Form updated: 2/2022.

Your home’s sewer and drain lines have probably been in place since the house was built. When one of these lines breaks, the leaking sewage beneath your yard harbors disease, may contain hazardous chemicals, and provides a thoroughfare for rats. Also known as Brochure 7. Updated January 2022.

Window Building Code requirements for residential one- and two-family dwellings (single-family homes, duplexes, townhouses, and detached accessory dwelling units). Also known as Brochure 10. Updated January 2022.

This handout explains how to change the use or occupancy of a building in the City of Portland. Also known as Brochure 15. Updated January 2022.

This fillable form provides detailed information about erosion control requirements. Updated November 2022.

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