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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Brookings
All new construction, structural renovations and alterations, and mechanical/plumbing/electrical changes require permits.
Simple outdoor sheds less than 200 sq ft and less than 10 ft height (with conditions)
- Exempt Simple outdoor sheds less than 200 sq ft and less than 10 ft height (with conditions)
Required documents
- Building Permit Clearance Form from City of Brookings
- Property address and legal description
- Project description and scope of work
- Owner name, address, phone, and email
- Contractor name, address, phone, CCB license number (if applicable)
- City business license (if applicable)
- Construction cost estimate (used for fee calculation)
- Two complete sets of construction plans
- Building code
- Oregon State Building Code, Brookings Planning Handbook, and Brookings Development Code (OAR Chapter 33)
- Contractor requirements
- All construction work for compensation requires a valid Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) license with appropriate endorsement.
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Application process
Typical processing: Plan review concurrent with application; timeline varies based on project complexity
- 01 Submit Building Permit Clearance Form to City of Brookings describing project and zoning compliance
- 02 Prepare two complete sets of plans: site plan, floor plans, and cross-sections with construction details
- 03 Submit application with required documentation to Curry County Building Division at the Moore St. office
- 04 Provide property address, legal description, project description, owner/contractor information, and construction cost estimate
- 05 Pay plan review fee upon application submission
- 06 Plan review conducted concurrently with application
- 07 Pay remaining permit fees upon approval
- 08 Permit issued upon fee payment and plan approval
Typical processing time: Plan review concurrent with application; timeline varies based on project complexity
§ 04
Fee schedule
Brookings building permit fees
Fee type
Amount
01
Permit fee formula
Based on project value (all construction costs including labor, materials, equipment, contractor profit)
State surcharge: 12% of permit fee. Inspection fees included in permit schedule. Contact Curry County Building Division for current fee schedule.
§ 05
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
How to schedule
- (541) 247-3304 (Building Permits) / (541) 469-1135 (Building Official) (phone)
- Scheduling deadline
- 24-hour advance notice required
- Inspection hours
- Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Typical sequence: Compliance with Oregon specialty codes—structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical
§ 06
Frequently asked
Common questions about Brookings permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Brookings, OR? ▸
All new construction, structural renovations and alterations, and mechanical/plumbing/electrical changes require permits.
02 How much does a building permit cost in Brookings, OR? ▸
Building permit fees in Brookings, OR are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Based on project value (all construction costs including labor, materials, equipment, contractor profit).
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Brookings, OR? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Brookings, OR, follow these steps: 1. Submit Building Permit Clearance Form to City of Brookings describing project and zoning compliance 2. Prepare two complete sets of plans: site plan, floor plans, and cross-sections with construction details 3. Submit application with required documentation to Curry County Building Division at the Moore St. office 4. Provide property address, legal description, project description, owner/contractor information, and construction cost estimate 5. Pay plan review fee upon application submission 6. Plan review conducted concurrently with application 7. Pay remaining permit fees upon approval 8. Permit issued upon fee payment and plan approval
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Brookings, OR? ▸
Building permit processing times in Brookings, OR typically run Plan review concurrent with application; timeline varies based on project complexity. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
05 What work is exempt from building permits in Brookings, OR? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Brookings, OR. The following work is generally exempt: Simple outdoor sheds less than 200 sq ft and less than 10 ft height (with conditions). When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Brookings, OR? ▸
Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Brookings, OR via: (541) 247-3304 (Building Permits) / (541) 469-1135 (Building Official). 24-hour advance notice required.
last verified April 2026
source Curry County Building Division (administered jointly) / City of Brookings Planning & Development Services Department ↗
entry id permits/oregon/curry/brookings
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Curry County Building Division (administered jointly) / City of Brookings Planning & Development Services Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.