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Martin Luther King Jr. Day closure

Most City of Portland offices will be closed Monday, Jan. 20, to observe Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Apply for a temporary hydrant permit

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If you'd like to use water from a specific hydrant, you can apply for a temporary hydrant permit. This permit allows you to use that hydrant for up to 90 days.

10 to 12 minutes

To learn more about the application process, fees, equipment, and instructions click on the link below:

Temporary hydrant permit information

Approval process can take up to 7 days so please plan appropriately.

There will be no emergency permits issued due to water quality concerns.

Where is the hydrant location?
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Please provide the cross streets and any other information that may help us correctly identify the hydrant you are requesting the permit for.
Which of the following are you looking for?
examples: "A few hours", "1 to 2 days", "3-5 days"
Do you have your own chapman valve and wrench?

Your Contact Information

We will use your email to confirm your submission and respond if necessary.
Please include DBA ("doing business as") if applicable.
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