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The Plans Examiner • News from Portland Permitting & Development
December 2025
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Learn more about how to renew your Accessory Short-Term Rental (ASTR) Type A permit
Get step-by-step instructions on how to renew your ASTR Type A permit, and learn how to make changes to an active permit.
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In-person services at Development Services Center affected by holidays; virtual appointments available daily
In-person services in the Development Services Center at 1900 SW 4th Ave. are limited due to some closures during the holidays. Pre-scheduled appointments are needed for most in-person services. Many building permit services are available online 24 hours a day.
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No administrative appeals to be considered during weeks of Christmas, New Year’s
This affects building, electrical, mechanical and plumbing code appeals.
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Provide testimony on strategies to promote job growth and economic prosperity in Portland
The Proposed Draft of Portland’s Economic Opportunities Analysis has been released for public testimony. Learn more about the draft plan and submit testimony for a Planning Commission hearing on Tuesday, Jan. 13.
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Seeing yellow-tinted drinking water? It is natural color from the forest.
Portland-area residents may notice a slight, yellow color in the water. This harmless color from the Bull Run Watershed is temporary. Your water is safe to drink.
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Learn more about Transportation System Development Charge 2027 Program Update
Every ten years, Portland Bureau of Transportation updates the Transportation System Development Charge methodology, rates, and project list to reflect Portland’s current needs and future growth patterns. Sign up for the mailing list to stay informed.
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Extra erosion control measures are now required
From Oct. 1 through April 30, greater care must be taken to ensure dirt and sediments don’t leave construction sites that involve ground-disturbing activity.
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New 2025 Oregon Structural Specialty Code and Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code editions took effect Oct. 1
Please take note that previous codes from 2022 will be phased out as of April 1, 2026.
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Upcoming public meetings and hearings
- Noise Review Board: Wednesday, Dec. 17, 6 p.m.
- Design Commission: Thursday, Dec. 18, 1:30 p.m.
- Design Commission: Thursday, Jan. 8, 1:30 p.m.
- Historic Landmarks Commission with Speaker Series: Monday, Jan. 12, 1:30 p.m.
- Planning Commission: Tuesday, Jan. 13, 4 p.m.
- Development Review Advisory Committee: Thursday, Jan. 15, 8 a.m.
- Planning Commission: Tuesday, Jan. 20, 12:30 p.m.
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Permitting & Development quick links
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