About the Building Department Services

Contact Information:
Requesting inspections online please follow this link Oregon Building Permits
General Information: 503-635-0290
Inspection Line (recording): 1-888-299-2821
Fax Number: 503-697-6574

Building staff is available by e-mail (see contact details).

Hours:
Inspectors are available between the hours of 8:00 - 8:30 am and 3:00-4:00 pm.

The Building Permit Intake Center is open between 8:00 am to 12:00 pm. Permit applications are accepted and permits are issued until 12:00 pm (exception: for submitting applications for a new single family residence, please submit prior to 11:30 am). The plans examiner is available to meet with you during the Building Permit Intake Center hours or by appointment.