WORK PROPOSED	PERMIT NEEDED? WHAT TYPE OF PERMIT?
Grading and clearing	Site Development Permit (SD) if there is no structure
Build a private street	Site Development Permit (SD)
Tree cutting on my property	Visit Development Services Center staff to determine if the site needs a Zoning Permit (ZP) and Site Development Permit (SD). Trees 12 inches and greater in diameter may require an Urban Forestry Permit. Please call (503) 823-4489.
Retaining walls taller than 4’ or any wall with sloping backfill or surcharged	Building Permit (RS) ; Site Development Permit (SD) for walls in new subdivision
Add a driveway with new or replacement curb cut	Zoning Permit (ZP)
Add paving for driveway with existing, unaltered curb cut	Zoning Permit (ZP)
Add a concrete patio on grade (private property)	Visit Planning & Zoning staff at the Development Services Center or call (503) 823-7526 to determine if a Zoning Permit (ZP) is needed.
Water Heater:
New electric water heater	Electrical Permit (ET), Plumbing Permit (PT)
New gas water heater	Mechanical Permit (MT), Plumbing Permit (PT)
Replace electric to gas	Mechanical Permit (MT), Plumbing Permit (PT)
Replace gas to electric	Electrical Permit (ET), Plumbing Permit (PT)
In kind (ie. gas to gas, etc.)	Plumbing Permit (PT)
Sewer Connection:
Connection on property	Plumbing Permit (PT)
Connection in right of way	Utility Connection (UC)
Repair in right of way	Utility Repair (UR)

 

WORK PROPOSED	PERMIT NEEDED? WHAT TYPE OF PERMIT?
New construction:
New single family dwelling	Building Permit (RS)
New duplex	Building Permit (RS)
Rowhouses	Building Permit (RS)
Townhouses	Building Permit (RS)
Garage: less than 200 sf and less than 10 ft in height	Zoning permit (ZP)
Shed: less than 200 sf and less than 10 ft in height	Visit Planning & Zoning staff at the Development Services Center or call (503) 823-7526 to determine if a Zoning Permit (ZP) is needed.
Garage or shed: greater than 200 sf or more than 10 ft in height	Building Permit (RS)
Accessory structure: containing an accessory dwelling unit (ADU)	Building Permit (RS)
Swimming pool, spa	Building Permit (RS)
Fence	If higher than 6 feet, Building Permit (RS) required.
Play structures	Visit Planning & Zoning staff at the Development Services Center or call (503) 823-7526 to determine if a Zoning Permit (ZP) is needed.
Alterations to existing structures:
Demolish a structure	Building Permit (RS)
Windows or doors	If the size of the rough opening is not changed, no Building Permit (RS) is required. If adding a window or door, a Building Permit (RS) is required. Keep in mind that residences in buildings that contain 3 or more dwelling units fall under commercial standards. Visit Planning & Zoning staff at Development Services Center or call (503) 823-7526 to determine if a Zoning Permit (ZP) is needed.
Addition – increase the size of the structure	Building Permit (RS)
Add a second floor	Building Permit (RS)
Add a dormer	Building Permit (RS)
Add or remove a dwelling unit	Building Permit (RS)
Deck: Add a deck 30" or less above the ground and more than 3’ to the property line	No Building Permit Permit (RS) required
Add a deck more than 30" above the ground	Building Permit (RS)
Add a patio cover or porch	Building Permit (RS)
Asbestos abatement	Contact Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) or call (800) 452-4011.
Convert an attic, basement, garage to finished space	Building Permit (RS)
Dry rot repair	Building Permit (RS)
Insulation - Install or Replace	Visit the Plan Review Staff at the Development Services Center or call (503) 823-7310 to ask if a Building Permit (RS) is needed.
Rebuild the foundation	Building Permit (RS)
Reroofing (When existing structural sheathing is left in place)	No Permit Required
Reroofing (When sheathing or roof rafters are modified)	Building Permit (RS)
Siding - Install or Replace	No Building Permit required. Visit Planning & Zoning staff at the Development Services Center or call (503) 823-7526 to determine if a Zoning Permit (ZP) is needed.
Staircase - Build or Rebuild	Building Permit (RS)
Gutters - Replace	No Permit required
Seismic upgrade/retrofit	Building Permit (RS)

 

WORK PROPOSED		PERMIT NEEDED? WHAT TYPE OF PERMIT?
New construction:
Construct new commercial building		Building Permit (CO)
Construct new multifamily building		Building Permit (CO)
Alterations to existing structures:
Demolish a structure		Building Permit (CO)
Construct an addition		Building Permit (CO)
Asbestos abatement		Contact Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) or call (800) 452-4011.
Cell phone antenna		Building Permit (CO) Contact Land Use Review staff at (503) 823-7310 to see if Land Use Review is required.
Day care center		Building Permit (CO) Contact Land Use Review staff at (503) 823-7310 to see if Land Use Review is required.
Disabled access upgrades		Building Permit (CO)
Install racks/storage shelving		Building Permit (CO)
Install siding		Building Permit (CO)
Tenant improvements		Building Permit (CO)
Seismic upgrade		Building Permit (CO)
Move or construct walls, even if non-bearing partitions		Building Permit (CO)
Change the Use or Occupancy in an Existing Building.		Building Permit (CO)
Replace or add new windows or doors		Building Permit (CO)

 

WORK PROPOSED	PERMIT NEEDED? WHAT TYPE OF PERMIT?
Plumbing
Add a bathroom in a house	Building Permit (RS), Residential Plumbing and Residential Electrical
Replace plumbing fixtures in same location	Plumbing Permit (PT)
Replace water lines	Plumbing Permit (PT)
Install Water Meter	Water Meter installation is included in the Building Permit (RS). Call (503) 823-1526 when marked and ready for installation.
Mechanical
Replace a furnace	Mechanical Permit (MT)
Decommission oil tank	If residential property, call Environmental Soils staff at (503) 823-6820 for permit requirements. If commercial property, call the Fire Marshal at (503) 823-3712 for permit requirements. Contact Oregon Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) or call (800) 452-4011.
Air conditioner	Mechanical Permit (MT), Electrical Permit (ET)
Electrical
Replace a service panel	Electrical Permit (ET)
Add an outlet	Electrical Permit (ET)
Air conditioner	Electrical Permit (ET), Mechanical Permit (MT)