How do I apply for a building permit in Coos Bay, OR?

1. Planning Permits may be required depending on land use; contact Planning Department 2. Submit Building Permit application via City ePermitting module for structural/mechanical 3. Submit via Oregon ePermitting for electrical/plumbing (routed to Coos County) 4. City processes structural/mechanical permits 5. Coos County processes electrical/plumbing permits at BCD Coos Bay Field Office 6. Schedule inspections through respective ePermitting system or contact department

How long does it take to get a building permit in Coos Bay, OR?

Typical processing time is 21 days standard; longer for land use approval.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Coos Bay, OR?

Inspections can be scheduled via: City ePermitting module, City Building Codes Division: (541) 269-8918, Coos County inspection line: (541) 266-1098.

City Building Permits

Coos Bay, OR - 2026 Building Permit Guide

How to apply for a building permit in Coos Bay, Oregon. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.

Oregon Coos County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Structural and mechanical permits for City of Coos Bay. Electrical and plumbing permits issued by Coos County Community Development.

Department: City of Coos Bay Community Development Department - Building Codes Division
Address: 1155 S 5th St., Coos Bay, OR 97420
Phone: (541) 269-8918
Email: permits@coosbayor.gov
Website: https://www.coosbayor.gov/government/city-departments/community-development-department/building-codes

Online Permit Portal

Open City of Coos Bay ePermitting - Building Module

Platform: City ePermitting System • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Planning Permits may be required depending on land use; contact Planning Department
Submit Building Permit application via City ePermitting module for structural/mechanical
Submit via Oregon ePermitting for electrical/plumbing (routed to Coos County)
City processes structural/mechanical permits
Coos County processes electrical/plumbing permits at BCD Coos Bay Field Office
Schedule inspections through respective ePermitting system or contact department

Typical processing time: 21 days standard; longer for land use approval

Source: City of Coos Bay Community Development Department - Building Codes Division

General Requirements

New construction, manufactured dwellings, alterations, additions, structural/mechanical/electrical/plumbing work, demolition

Permit validity: 180 days from issue or last inspection; extension required for longer projects
Building code: 2023 Oregon Residential Specialty Code (ORSC), 2022 Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC), Oregon Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing Codes
Contractor requirements: Contractors must be licensed through Oregon CCB

Fees

Payment note: Contact City of Coos Bay Building Codes Division at (541) 269-8918 or permits@coosbayor.gov for current fee information.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Coos Bay Community Development Department - Building Codes Division to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

City ePermitting module (online)
City Building Codes Division: (541) 269-8918 (phone)
Coos County inspection line: (541) 266-1098 (phone)

Typical inspection sequence: City Building Codes Division conducts structural and mechanical inspections. Coos County Inspectors conduct electrical and plumbing inspections (processed through BCD Coos Bay Field Office).

Additional Resources

Building code: 2023 Oregon Residential Specialty Code (ORSC), 2022 Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC), Oregon Mechanical/Electrical/Plumbing Codes
Verify contractor license: Oregon CCB License Lookup
Oregon Coastal Management Program (OCMP)
License lookup guide: Oregon Contractor License Requirements
Contract template: Oregon Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
Oregon hub: Oregon Contractor License & Permit Hub

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Coos Bay Community Development Department - Building Codes Division before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Coos Bay Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Coos Bay, OR?: New construction, manufactured dwellings, alterations, additions, structural/mechanical/electrical/plumbing work, demolition
How do I apply for a building permit in Coos Bay, OR?: 1. Planning Permits may be required depending on land use; contact Planning Department 2. Submit Building Permit application via City ePermitting module for structural/mechanical 3. Submit via Oregon ePermitting for electrical/plumbing (routed to Coos County) 4. City processes structural/mechanical permits 5. Coos County processes electrical/plumbing permits at BCD Coos Bay Field Office 6. Schedule inspections through respective ePermitting system or contact department
How long does it take to get a building permit in Coos Bay, OR?: Typical processing time is 21 days standard; longer for land use approval.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Coos Bay, OR?: Inspections can be scheduled via: City ePermitting module, City Building Codes Division: (541) 269-8918, Coos County inspection line: (541) 266-1098.

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