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When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Port Orford
All new residential and commercial construction, structural alterations/additions, mechanical/plumbing/electrical changes, and building demolition require permits.
- 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
- Evidence of zoning compliance (consult Port Orford zoning maps)
- Building code
- Oregon State Building Code, Port Orford Development Code, and Port Orford City Comprehensive Plan (DLCD-acknowledged)
- Contractor requirements
- All construction work for compensation requires a valid Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) license with appropriate endorsement.
Application process
Typical processing: Plan review concurrent with application; timeline varies based on project complexity and planning requirements
- 01 Consult Port Orford zoning ordinances and development code at City Hall or online
- 02 Verify zoning compliance and determine if conditional use permit or design review is required
- 03 Submit Planning Clearance (if required) to City of Port Orford Planning Commission
- 04 Submit Building Permit Application to Curry County Building Division
- 05 Provide two complete sets of plans: site plan, floor plans, and cross-sections with construction details
- 06 Include property address, legal description, project description, owner/contractor information, and construction cost estimate
- 07 Pay plan review fee upon application submission
- 08 Plan review conducted concurrently with application
- 09 Pay remaining permit fees upon approval
- 10 Permit issued upon zoning compliance verification and fee payment
Typical processing time: Plan review concurrent with application; timeline varies based on project complexity and planning requirements
Source: Curry County Building Division (administered jointly) / City of Port Orford Planning Commission ↗
Fee schedule
Port Orford building permit fees
State surcharge: 12% of permit fee. Inspection fees included in permit schedule. Contact Curry County Building Division for current rates.
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- (541) 247-3304 (phone)
- buildingpermits@currycountyor.gov (email)
- Scheduling deadline
- 48-hour business day notice required
- Inspection hours
- Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (closed 12:00–1:00 PM lunch)
- Time windows
- South areas: Monday & Wednesday; Electrical: Tuesday & Wednesday (managed by Curry County Building Division)
Typical sequence: Compliance with state specialty codes—structural, mechanical, plumbing, electrical
Frequently asked
Common questions about Port Orford permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Port Orford, OR? ▸
02 How much does a building permit cost in Port Orford, OR? ▸
03 How do I apply for a building permit in Port Orford, OR? ▸
04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Port Orford, OR? ▸
05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Port Orford, OR? ▸
Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Curry County Building Division (administered jointly) / City of Port Orford Planning Commission before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.