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New to business in Portland?Dear New Business Owner,
We wish to welcome you to Portland, and thank you for choosing to locate your business here. The City of Portland and Multnomah County have a strong commitment to community, sustainability and collaboration, and we are confident you will enjoy your business experience.
Whether you are just getting started or have many years of experience, the City of Portland and Multnomah County are here to support your business. We measure our own success by how well we serve you.
Should you have any general questions or need additional information, please contact our City/County referral line at (503) 823-4000.
Also, please visit us online at
Useful Information
City of Portland
Portland Development Commission
New Business Checklist
Provides a comprehensive list of to-do items for starting a new business.
Business Resources http://www.pdc.us/pdf/bus_serv/PDC-Small-Business-Toolkit.pdf
A resource guide of organizations that provide various services to businesses.
Business Financing
An overview of financing options available from the Portland Development Commission, including loans, incentives, and storefront development..
Doing Business with the City
www.portlandonline.com/purchasing Information on bid opportunities with the City of Portland.
Doing Business with PDC
Information on the eligibility requirements to do business with the Portland Development Commission, how to complete a Request for Proposal (RFP) or Request for Quote (RFQ), and a link to current bid opportunities.
Demographic Information
Economic overview of the Portland region, including population, employment, transportation, business costs, real estate and livability.
Building Permits
Website for the Bureau of Development Services which issues building permits, performs land use reviews, and promotes compliance with zoning codes and the state-adopted construction codes.
Fire Safety Inspections http://www.portlandonline.com/fire/index.cfm?c=26205
Information on Fire Safety Inspections Programs.
Licenses A comprehensive site listing all licenses needed to do business in the Portland Metro area, as well as all forms required.
www.portlandonline.com/omf/ucs Information including opening and closing accounts, policies and actual costs of service.
Transportation
www.portlandonline.com/transportation/
Sustainable Business Practices Website for the Office of Sustainable Development, with free guidance on resource conservation and sustainable business practices.
Parks and Recreation
Website for Portland Parks & Recreation with information about Portland’s parks and recreation and partnership opportunities.
Portland Area Events and Activities
Travel Portland web site offering information about Portland area attractions and events.
Other Resources and Requirements
State of Oregon Business Wizard
The New Business Welcome Kit
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