Building permits in Oregon, by city
Not legal advice. This page summarizes public information as of October 14, 2026. Rules and fees change, so confirm with the linked official source before you act.
Permits are issued by your local city or county building department, not the CCB. Start with the official office for where the job is.
| City | Where to start (official) | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Portland | Portland Permitting & Development: residential ยท DevHub PDX | Online applications through DevHub. |
| Salem | Building in Salem | Uses the city's Permit Application Center portal. |
| Eugene | Eugene Building Permit Services | Apply, submit plans and schedule inspections online. |
| Bend | City of Bend Permits & Licenses | Online Permit Center portal. |
| Anywhere else | Oregon BCD Local Building Department Directory | Find the building department for any Oregon city or county (Gresham, Hillsboro, Beaverton, Medford and more). |
Permit tips that save time
- Call or check the site before quoting. Some small jobs are exempt, many are not, and it varies by jurisdiction.
- Build permit fees and inspection days into your estimate and schedule.
- Say in your contract who pulls the permit and who pays for it.
- Keep permit numbers and final inspection records with the job file.
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