Portland PPD
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- [doc] Services, guides, and information — The Portland.gov Permitting and Development services page provides accessibility and language support information, stating the City's commitment to Civil Rights and ADA compliance with translation, i…
- [dir] News — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [doc] Programs — A Portland city government navigation page providing links to general information and city services, with details about the Development Services Center's hours and availability.
- [doc] Advisory groups — This Portland.gov page provides general navigation to city resources including advisory groups, and announces Development Services Center hours for in-person permitting services.
- [doc] Permits — Portland's Permits page provides access to 70 permit and application types through the Development Services Center, with in-person service Tuesday–Thursday and 24-hour online availability.
- [dir] Do you need a permit? — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Start Guide: How to get a building permit — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Home — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Home — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Find public records with Permitting & Development — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
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- [dir] About Portland Permitting & Development (PP&D) — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Get updates from Permitting & Development: Subscribe to the Plans Examiner — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [doc] Contact Portland Permitting and Development — Contact page for Portland Permitting and Development (PPD) featuring the Development Services Center with in-person services on Tuesdays/Thursdays, virtual appointments daily, and 24-hour online perm…
- [dir] Commercial Permits and Inspections — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Residential Permits and Inspections — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Solar Energy Development — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Zoning and Land Use — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Connect to City Infrastructure — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Empowered Communities Program — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Cannabis Program — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Liquor Program — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Noise Program — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Design Commission — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Historic Landmarks Commission — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Home — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Home — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Home — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [doc] Building and Zoning Permit Application — Portland's building and zoning permit process requires standard forms, plans, and online applications; requirements vary by project type and scope of work.
- [doc] Accessing Your Project Reports in ProjectDox — Guide for accessing project reports in ProjectDox by logging in, selecting a project, navigating to the Reports tab, and selecting or exporting specific reports.
- [dir] Accessory Short-Term Rental (ASTR) Permits — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [doc] Add View Only members in ProjectDox — ProjectDox allows adding team members with View Only access to help with projects. View Only members can review markups, comments, and run reports while the applicant remains responsible for task com…
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- [dir] Documents — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Tree Permits and Regulations — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Trees and Development — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Building Code Board of Appeal — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Electrical Code Board of Appeal — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Mechanical Code Board of Appeal — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Plumbing Code Board of Appeal — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] PP&D Budget Advisory Committee (BAC) — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] PP&D Financial Advisory Committee — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Structural Engineering Advisory Committee — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [doc] Adult care home inspection permits — Portland Permitting & Development processes adult care home inspection permits through a five-step process: county application, submission of required documents, fee payment ($445.00), inspection req…
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npm run enrich - [doc] Change of Use or Change of Occupancy — A permit is required to document any change of use or occupancy classification, even without alterations. Costs include permit fees based on project value and potentially Systems Development Charges…
- [doc] Estimate the cost of your building permit — Users can get online estimates for building permit costs including permit fees, review fees, SDCs, and trade permit fees, though not all project types are supported and some location-specific costs m…
- [dir] Home — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Site Development Permits — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Home — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [doc] Portland Permitting & Development Fee Reductions — As of January 24, 2025, Portland Permitting & Development reviews all fee reductions case-by-case across seven eligibility categories. Low-income applicants must meet 80% HUD area Median Family Incom…
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npm run enrich - [doc] How to fill out a building permit application form — Guide for filling out Portland's building permit application form with required sections for type of work, construction category, job location, and work description to avoid application rejection.
- [dir] Home — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [doc] Submit and pay for an application by permit type — This page explains how to apply for or pay for permits by permit type in Portland, with links to online submission through DevHub when available and guidance on required documentation.
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npm run enrich - [dir] Structural Engineering — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [dir] Home — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [doc] Quick Guide: Pay Fees Online in Development Hub PDX (DevHub) — This guide explains how to access unpaid bills in Development Hub PDX (DevHub) and complete online payment using electronic checks or credit cards.
- [doc] PortlandMaps — PortlandMaps is an interactive property map application offering navigation, data display, and analysis tools, with information about county property data sharing schedules and property assessment ti…
- [doc] PortlandMaps: Reports — Registry of Portland short-term rental permits showing active and continuous approvals with permit IDs, addresses, types, statuses, and geospatial coordinates.
- [dir] Codes, rules, and guides — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [doc] Oregon Secretary of State — Oregon Administrative Rules Database (OARD) is a searchable database containing all Oregon administrative rules and filings. OARs are created by authorized entities to implement statutes via permanen…
- [doc] Log in | Portland Employees — The page declares Portland a Sanctuary City and provides a link to city employee resources.
- [doc] PP&D Budget & Financial Plan Information — Portland's PP&D prepares annual budgets on a July 1 - June 30 fiscal year cycle and maintains a 5-Year Financial Plan. The bureau involves stakeholders through Budget and Financial Advisory Committee…
- [doc] Erosion Control — Erosion control prevents sediment pollution from construction projects and is required by federal and state law. The City of Portland enforces compliance through Portland City Code Title 10.
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npm run enrich - [dir] Middle Housing Land Divisions — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [doc] Apply for a Board or a Commission — This page explains how to apply for volunteer positions on boards or commissions that advise Portland Permitting & Development, with applications reviewed by staff liaisons who match candidates to op…
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npm run enrich - [doc] Home Occupation Permits - Running a business out of your home — Portland zoning code permits two types of home-based businesses: Type A (no employees/customers, no permit needed) and Type B (one employee, max 15 customers/day, permit required), with specific rest…
- [dir] Sign and awning permits — Portal listing residential permitting forms, guides, and reference documents with update dates, covering permits, septic systems, zoning, and design requirements for Portland residential development.
- [doc] Allowing popup windows in ProjectDox — ProjectDox requires popup windows to be enabled for proper functionality. Instructions are provided for Microsoft Edge, Google Chrome, Safari, and Firefox to allow popups from eplans.portlandoregon.g…
- [doc] Applicant ProjectDox quick start guide — ProjectDox is Portland's online system for submitting and reviewing permit applications and project plans. Applicants follow a 10-step process from application submission through plan upload, revisio…
- [doc] Backwater Valves — Backwater valves are drainage devices that prevent sewage backflow into structures. This page defines them, distinguishes them from backflow prevention assemblies, and details Oregon Plumbing Special…
- [doc] Asbestos and Lead-Based Paint — Portland regulations govern asbestos and lead-based paint in building activities with requirements for sewer/stormwater protection and specific contact procedures for state regulatory agencies.
- [doc] Bedding and Backfill of Water and Sewer Lines — Portland requires water and sewer line piping to be laid on firm beds with proper compaction during backfilling, specifying acceptable materials and trench backfill procedures per Oregon Plumbing Spe…
- [doc] Call Before You Dig - Utility Notification Center — The Utility Notification Center is a 24/7 one-call agency that manages underground utility locate requests before excavation in four states, preventing damage and injury through standardized marking…
- [doc] Check Your Building Inspection Results — This page provides navigation and contact information for Portland city services, with details about the Development Services Center's hours and appointment availability.
- [doc] Checksheet Response: Prepare corrected paper plans for submittal — Instructions for preparing corrected paper plans after a checksheet response, with specific requirements for red ink marking, page replacement handling that varies by plan set, and submission procedu…
- [doc] Clearing the Browser Cache — Page provides step-by-step instructions for clearing browsing cache and data in Microsoft Edge (the City of Portland's preferred browser), Google Chrome, and Mozilla Firefox.
- [doc] Commercial Permits and Inspections — The page provides general Portland city navigation and administrative information with a note on Development Services Center availability for permit services. Most sections are placeholder templates…
- [doc] Code Evaluation Inspections, Gas Express and Minor Label Programs — The page describes three Portland city/state services: code evaluation inspections for structural, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical deficiencies; the Gas Express Program for expedited gas convers…
- [doc] PortlandMaps: Advanced — The City of Portland commits to accessibility for PortlandMaps digital maps and offers accommodations including translations, interpretations, and auxiliary aids through multiple contact channels.
- [doc] Development Hub PDX — Portland's Development Hub outlines temporary exemptions from system development charges for new housing units and rule suspensions affecting residential and commercial projects through 2028-2029.
- [doc] Donate reusable construction materials (Program Suspended) — Portland partners with ReBuilding Center to facilitate donations of reusable building materials and distribute them free to low-income property owners. The program is currently suspended.
- [doc] Earthquake Engineering Research Institute — EERI is a leading non-profit membership organization connecting multidisciplinary professionals dedicated to advancing earthquake resilience through research, education, and professional development.
- [doc] FEMA Flood Map Service Center — Search interface for FEMA Flood Map Service Center with three search options and date range filtering; currently displays no results.
- [doc] File Naming Standards and Preparing PDFs for Single PDF Process — Guidelines for submitting permit applications via the Single PDF Process, covering file naming standards and PDF preparation requirements to ensure efficient processing.
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npm run enrich - [doc] Find Out if a Building Is Connected to a City Sewer — To find sewer information for a property, search the address in Portland Maps and navigate to the Utilities section to view Sewer Assets; if records are unavailable, request them from Archives & Reco…
- [doc] Find Development Projects in Your Neighborhood and Review Applications — The page provides guidance on discovering neighborhood development and demolition projects through online tools, public notices, and direct inquiries, plus how to access permit applications and drawi…
- [doc] Zoning and Land Use — A navigation hub for Portland's planning and development services, featuring links to city-wide resources and information about the Development Services Center.
- [doc] What to do with an expired permit or a permit about to expire — Guide for Portland residents to check permit status on PortlandMaps and request extensions or reactivations based on permit status and activity timelines.
- [doc] Wood Stoves, Fireplace Inserts and Chimneys- Permits and Safety Tips — Portland requires permits and inspections for wood stove, fireplace insert, and chimney installations. Permit type and fees vary by equipment and work scope.
- [doc] Septic Decommissioning Permits in Multnomah County — Portland requires septic decommissioning permits for property connections to public sanitary sewers, demolitions, and other specified circumstances in Multnomah County. The program experiences staffi…
- [doc] Special Inspections — Special inspections are additional inspections required by Portland Permitting & Development for certain projects, conducted by OBOA-registered inspectors. Forms must be completed during plan review…
- [doc] Septic Permits: New Construction, Repairs, and Alterations — Portland's Septic Program is experiencing staffing constraints causing occasional delays in site evaluations, permit plan review, and inspections. Contact septic@portlandoregon.gov for updates on ant…
- [doc] Original Art Mural Permits — Original Art Murals are hand-produced visual art on exterior walls governed by Title 4, with requirements for 2-year maintenance, 30-foot height limits, and restrictions on residential buildings and…
- [doc] Permit Refunds Online — The page explains how to request refunds for permits purchased in error or no longer needed, with eligibility criteria and refund amounts determined by whether city services have commenced.
- [doc] Septic Evaluations: Septic Review Certifications, Authorization Notices and Site Evaluation Reports — Portland Permitting & Development administers Oregon's On-Site Wastewater Treatment Systems Rules for Multnomah County under an intergovernmental agreement with the state and county. The program curr…
- [doc] Broken Sewer and Drain Lines- Guide to Repairs, Permits and Inspections — Guide to sewer line repair permits and processes in Portland, detailing which city bureaus handle different repair types, required permits, common sewer line materials by construction era, and typica…
- [doc] PortlandMaps — PortlandMaps is a web mapping tool for searching historic plumbing records with gesture/mouse controls, map tools, and layers. Users should be aware that Multnomah County pauses property data sharing…
- [doc] User guide: Schedule Inspections in Development Hub PDX (DevHub) — DevHub PDX allows permit holders to schedule, reschedule, cancel, and view inspection results after permit issuance. The fastest method is using the IVR number from the permit, though the permit numb…
- [doc] Microsoft Power BI — The Permit Review Dashboard page displays a Power BI loading spinner during initialization.
See also
- Source site: https://www.portland.gov/ppd/ ↗
- MISSION.md — how to navigate this tree
- STATUS.md — crawl provenance and known gaps