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Unincorporated Clatsop County

How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Clatsop County, Oregon. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Last verified
April 2026
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§ 01

Permit authority

Clatsop County Building Codes Division

Street address
800 Exchange Street, Suite 100, Astoria, Oregon 97103
Phone
(503) 338-3697
Coverage
All properties in unincorporated Clatsop County.
Online portal
Oregon ePermitting System
Accela/Oregon ePermitting
Website
Department website
Additional resources
§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Clatsop County

A development permit and building permit are generally required for all permitted uses in unincorporated Clatsop County.

Sheds under 200 sq ft without electrical, plumbing, or HVAC systems
  • Exempt Sheds under 200 sq ft without electrical, plumbing, or HVAC systems

Note: Sheds larger than 200 sq ft or those with electrical, plumbing, or HVAC systems require permits

Required documents
  • Completed application forms
  • Site plan
  • Detailed description of work with calculations
  • Development permit and structural/building permit applications
Building code
Oregon Residential Specialty Code (ORSC) and Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC)
§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

  1. 01
    Apply online through Oregon ePermitting System or submit by mail, fax, or email for non-contractors
  2. 02
    Submit completed development permit and building permit applications
  3. 03
    Upon receipt, receive email with link to pay fees online
  4. 04
    Building Official reviews and calculates fees
  5. 05
    Complete all public works/engineering requirements prior to permit issuance
  6. 06
    Permit issued via email to applicant
  7. 07
    For larger or complex projects, pre-application meeting may be required
§ 04

Fee schedule

Effective 2025-2026

Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Residential dwelling permit fees calculated using International Code Council Valuation Data Table; all applications/permits subject to 3% technology fee
02
Reinspection fee
$119

Fees paid online via email link after receipt of application

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective 2025-2026) before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule
Inspection hours
7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday–Friday (excluding holidays)

Typical sequence: Inspections required per state building code; re-inspection fees charged for inspections beyond standard allowance

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Clatsop County permits

01 Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Clatsop County, OR? ▸
A development permit and building permit are generally required for all permitted uses in unincorporated Clatsop County.
02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Clatsop County, OR? ▸
Building permit fees in unincorporated Clatsop County, OR are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Residential dwelling permit fees calculated using International Code Council Valuation Data Table; all applications/permits subject to 3% technology fee.
03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Clatsop County, OR? ▸
To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Clatsop County, OR, follow these steps: 1. Apply online through Oregon ePermitting System or submit by mail, fax, or email for non-contractors 2. Submit completed development permit and building permit applications 3. Upon receipt, receive email with link to pay fees online 4. Building Official reviews and calculates fees 5. Complete all public works/engineering requirements prior to permit issuance 6. Permit issued via email to applicant 7. For larger or complex projects, pre-application meeting may be required
04 What work is exempt from building permits in unincorporated Clatsop County, OR? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in unincorporated Clatsop County, OR. The following work is generally exempt: Sheds under 200 sq ft without electrical, plumbing, or HVAC systems. Note: Sheds larger than 200 sq ft or those with electrical, plumbing, or HVAC systems require permits When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Clatsop County, OR? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Clatsop County, OR via: Oregon ePermitting System.
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Clatsop County Building Codes Division before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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