Apply for permits

Gather permit application requirements and apply for a building permit online with Development Hub PDX (DevHub). Apply for building permits, trade permits, sign permits, and zoning permits.

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Before you begin

Prepare your application: Get application requirements and follow the steps on how to get a permit.

Note: Incomplete applications will be rejected. Please make sure you complete all application requirements for your project.

Submit a complete permit application packet

Apply online

Once you have all the application submittal requirements for your project, you are ready to apply for a permit.

Review our step-by-step guide, Submit Plans Online.

More instructional guides are available on how to use online permitting tools.

NOTE: Some permit types must be submitted by email. Review the list of permit types and find out where to apply for each permit type.

Apply in-person

Or come to the Development Services Center to apply

Do you have limited internet access? Do you need help setting up a permit application?

You may qualify for a 30-minute appointment to submit your application materials and meet with each required review group.

This in-person meeting is at the Development Services Center, 1900 SW Fourth Avenue.