Portland, OR

Portland Permitting & Development (PP&D)

How permitting works in Oregon

Oregon cities act as agents of the state. While the city issues the permit, its role is strictly monitored by the state Building Codes Division (BCD) to ensure that the city's department meets statewide performance and digital-permitting standards.

State BCD enforces unless locality assumes duties.

Contact Information

Address: 1900 SW Fourth Avenue, First floor lobby, Portland, OR 97201
Phone: 503-823-7300
Office Hours: In-person services at Development Services Center available on Tuesdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Thursdays from 8 a.m. to noon. Phone answered Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Website: https://www.portland.gov/
Permit Portal: https://www.portland.gov/ppd

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