Portland Permitting & Development

Today, Portland Permitting & Development upheld a land-use violation at the ICE facility in South Portland, according to an administrative review decision. The property owner has until March 16 to correct the violations – or face a monthly fee of $934. This decision by City staff may be appealed by the property owner to the City Hearings Office within 10 business days. This is the latest step in the "notice of violation" case involving the U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement facility at 4310 S. Macadam Ave. Violations primarily concerned keeping detainees at the facility for more than 12 hours, which violates the security plan approved as part of a 2011 land use review decision. "As we continue with this land‑use case, it's essential that we allow the established process to unfold as intended," said City Administrator Raymond Lee. "Each step in the review is part of a framework designed to ensure outcomes that are grounded in evidence, consistent with City code, and defensible over time." Read more at portland.gov/federal/news/2…

Eric Kutch will become the new director of Portland Permitting & Development. He is the current deputy building official for the City of Houston, leading a team of more than 100 employees responsible for reviewing more than 125,000 projects each year: Portland.gov/PPD-Director

Property owners who choose to deconstruct instead of demolishing a commercial property may receive City grant-funded services for their projects. The program will run until January 2027 or until the grant funding is spent. Salvage projects must be completed and all documentation submitted by February 2027. There are four ways to participate: furniture and goods clean out, fixture skim, deconstruction, and structure move. Grants vary by option, and options can be combined. The grant is noncompetitive. If an applicant meets the requirements, the funding is first-come, first-served until spent. Visit the city’s website to learn more about eligibility requirements. Portland.gov/Commercial-Dec… #Portland #CommercialProjects #CommunityDevelopment #EconomicDevelopment

Gusty winds are expected Wednesday, Dec. 24. Now is the time to prepare. Secure holiday decor, travel with care, and prepare for possible outages. More at publicalerts.org/winter-weather.

We're very excited about these new permit web pages which feature a simpler format that can walk you through the steps involved in seeking a building permit. More info at Portland.gov/New-Permit-Pag….

Join us for an open house to explore how streets, buildings, open spaces and connections could function together to create a vibrant neighborhood in Lower Albina. In partnership with: Albina Vision Trust, @prosperportland and @PBOTinfo. portland.gov/reconnect-albi…

Help Portland balance neighborhood livability with special events! There are two and a half weeks left to apply for an open position on the Noise Review Board. Applications are due by Sunday, Nov. 30. More information is at Portland.gov/NRB2025.

There are two weeks left to apply! If you have experience with public art, or are passionate about urban design and architecture, you may be a great choice to serve on the Design Commission. Applications are due Thursday, Nov. 20. More info: Portland.gov/Design2026

Learn about Portland's zoning code at one of these upcoming events! Wednesday, Oct. 29 from 6:30 to 8:00pm (virtual) Learn more and register: portland.gov/district-4-lan… Thursday, Nov. 13 from 6:30 to 8:00 pm (hybrid) Learn more and register: portland.gov/district-2-lan…

@humantransit Feel free to set up a free 15-minute appointment, or ask your contractor to do so, to discuss your project's needs and what may be required: Portland.gov/ppd/15-min

Our Portland office is a converted house whose back steps are rotting. Contractor says he can fix it in November, before winter makes it dangerous. Gets back to me: "Wait, your bldg is commercial. That permit takes months." Make this make sense. @PortlandPermits

Do you have experience with public art? Are you passionate about urban design and architecture? If so, you may be a great choice to serve on the Design Commission. We have two upcoming openings, each for 4-year terms. Applications due Nov. 20. More info: Portland.gov/Design2026

Several related efforts are underway along the Willamette River, Columbia River, and Columbia Slough to balance natural resource protection, hazard mitigation, and economic opportunity. Three of these projects are currently accepting public feedback: - Columbia Corridor-Industrial Lands Ezones Project - Critical Energy Infrastructure (CEI) Hub Policy Project - Economic Opportunities Analysis (EOA) There are many opportunities to get involved. Visit the city’s website to learn more. Portland.gov/Environmental-… #Portland #Economy #Environmental #NaturalResources #LovePortland

53 units are affordable to households earning <30% of Area Median Income, and 25 are Permanent Supportive Housing with wraparound supportive services from @ImpactNW. Centro Cultural operates an Employment and Education Mobility Hub, and @EngageNW offers services for seniors. /2

BIG NEWS🎉Alder 9, the 14th of 15 Portland Housing Bond projects, has opened its doors. This community from Related NW and @Centro_WashCo brings 159 new affordable homes to the Buckman neighborhood of central SE Portland, including 42 2+ bedrooms units to accommodate families. /1

We’re seeking community members interested in balancing neighborhood livability with special events to join the Noise Review Board for a three-year term. Applications are accepted through Sunday, Nov. 30. More info: Portland.gov/nrb2025

Starting today, Oct. 1, we welcome 21 professionals from the Urban Forestry Division of @PDXParksandRec to a new team dedicated to the implementation of the City's tree code. Welcome, colleagues! More info: portland.gov/ppd/treeteam

Join us at an upcoming event to learn more about options for regulating fuel storage at the CEI Hub - an industrial area in northwest Portland that stores 90% of Oregon's liquid fuels. portland.gov/bps/planning/c…

Anyone who has applied for a permit knows the process can sometimes be challenging. This first-of-its-kind tool launched in mid-August 2025 to make it easier for people to get a building permit in Portland. The new project guide asks simple questions and, based on the answers, provides a step-by-step guide for submitting the forms needed to get the right permits for a project. City teams developed this guide alongside a new information experience and site design that focus more on the specific projects customers undertake. This update is a big step toward the City’s vision of making services easy to find, understand and use. Next up are project guides for residential bathrooms, commercial tenant improvements, food carts and accessory dwelling units. Visit the City’s website to learn more. Portland.gov/Project-Guides #Portland #BuildingPermits #PortlandPermits

Join PHB and the Rental Services Office for Portland's inaugural Rental Education Week! FREE educational webinars daily, October 6-9, on important topics in rental housing like fair housing, property maintenance, and more. Learn more and register by 9/30: portland.gov/phb/rental-ed-…

Portland Permitting & Development is seeking its next director at a pivotal moment for Portland’s government restructuring. This role will drive strategic vision, operational transformation and service delivery that will shape Portland’s growth and built environment for years to come. In this role, you’ll manage an $80 million budget and lead a team of more than 300 employees responsible for permitting, inspections, compliance and development review services across Portland. Portland Permitting & Development unites permitting staff across Water, Environmental Services, Transportation, Urban Forestry and more--making development services more efficient, equitable and customer-focused. Learn more and apply at Portland.gov/Jobs. #Portland #Permitting #Development #pdxJobs