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City of Manzanita

How to apply for a building permit in City of Manzanita, Oregon. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Code adoption
Oregon State Building Code
Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Manzanita Building Department

Coverage
All properties within the incorporated City of Manzanita.
Online portal
State of Oregon ePermitting System
Accela/Oregon ePermitting
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Manzanita

Building permits required for structural work within the City of Manzanita.

Accessory structure exemptions per Oregon State Building Code
Standard building code exemptions apply
  • Exempt Accessory structure exemptions per Oregon State Building Code
  • Exempt Standard building code exemptions apply
Required documents
  • Permit application submitted via ePermitting
  • Building plans
  • Mechanical permit application (if applicable)
  • Plumbing permit application (if applicable)
  • Electrical permit application (if applicable)
Building code
Oregon State Building Code
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Submit all permit applications and documentation using Oregon ePermitting system
  2. 02
    Contact devservices@ci.manzanita.or.us for questions and guidance
  3. 03
    Schedule inspections through ePermitting
  4. 04
    Building, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical permits processed through single online system
  5. 05
    Receive permit upon approval and fee payment
§ 04

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Typical sequence: Building code inspections required; mechanical, plumbing, and electrical inspections available; inspection scheduling through ePermitting

§ 05

Frequently asked

Common questions about Manzanita permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Manzanita, OR?
Building permits required for structural work within the City of Manzanita.
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Manzanita, OR?
To apply for a building permit in Manzanita, OR, follow these steps: 1. Submit all permit applications and documentation using Oregon ePermitting system 2. Contact devservices@ci.manzanita.or.us for questions and guidance 3. Schedule inspections through ePermitting 4. Building, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical permits processed through single online system 5. Receive permit upon approval and fee payment
03 What work is exempt from building permits in Manzanita, OR?
Not all construction work requires a permit in Manzanita, OR. The following work is generally exempt: Accessory structure exemptions per Oregon State Building Code; Standard building code exemptions apply. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Manzanita, OR?
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Manzanita, OR via: Oregon ePermitting System.
last verified April 2026 entry id permits/oregon/clatsop/manzanita

Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Manzanita Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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