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§ 02
When a permit is required
Permit triggers and exempt work for Condon
Building permits required for new construction and qualifying alterations within City of Condon
Accessory structures (sheds, detached garages): nonhabitable, one-story, under 200 sq ft, roof height under 15 ft
Patios, porches, deck covers: under 200 sq ft area, average roof height under 12 ft, at least 3 ft from property lines
Decks/porches: floor or deck 30 inches or less above adjacent grade
Fences: wood, wire mesh, or chain link under 7 ft in height
Plumbing repairs/replacements: sink, toilet, faucet not concealed in wall
Countertops, shower heads, gutters, downspouts
- Exempt Accessory structures (sheds, detached garages): nonhabitable, one-story, under 200 sq ft, roof height under 15 ft
- Exempt Patios, porches, deck covers: under 200 sq ft area, average roof height under 12 ft, at least 3 ft from property lines
- Exempt Decks/porches: floor or deck 30 inches or less above adjacent grade
- Exempt Fences: wood, wire mesh, or chain link under 7 ft in height
- Exempt Plumbing repairs/replacements: sink, toilet, faucet not concealed in wall
- Exempt Countertops, shower heads, gutters, downspouts
Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from local zoning and planning requirements; confirm with Planning Department before proceeding
Required documents
- Development Permit Application form
- Site plan and drawings per city code
- Construction and development details
- Building code
- Oregon Structural Specialty Code, Oregon Residential Specialty Code, Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code, Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code, Oregon Electrical Specialty Code
- Permit validity
- Permit expires if work not started within 180 days; expires if work suspended or abandoned for 180+ days
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must hold valid Oregon CCB license, surety bond, public liability and property damage insurance
§ 03
Application process
Typical processing: Varies; contact Planning Department for specific timeline
- 01 Download Development Permit Application from City of Condon website
- 02 Prepare site plan and construction drawings per city code requirements
- 03 Submit completed application and documents to City of Condon Planning Department
- 04 City reviews application for completeness and compliance with local ordinances
- 05 City bills applicant for any administration costs (materials, consultants, legal review)
- 06 Upon approval, obtain permit and begin work within permit validity period
Typical processing time: Varies; contact Planning Department for specific timeline
§ 04
Required inspections
Scheduling and sequence
- Inspection hours
- Monday-Thursday 8 AM-5 PM; Friday 8 AM-4 PM
§ 05
Frequently asked
Common questions about Condon permits
01 Do I need a building permit in Condon, OR? ▸
Building permits required for new construction and qualifying alterations within City of Condon
02 How do I apply for a building permit in Condon, OR? ▸
To apply for a building permit in Condon, OR, follow these steps: 1. Download Development Permit Application from City of Condon website 2. Prepare site plan and construction drawings per city code requirements 3. Submit completed application and documents to City of Condon Planning Department 4. City reviews application for completeness and compliance with local ordinances 5. City bills applicant for any administration costs (materials, consultants, legal review) 6. Upon approval, obtain permit and begin work within permit validity period
03 How long does it take to get a building permit in Condon, OR? ▸
Building permit processing times in Condon, OR typically run Varies; contact Planning Department for specific timeline. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.
04 What work is exempt from building permits in Condon, OR? ▸
Not all construction work requires a permit in Condon, OR. The following work is generally exempt: Accessory structures (sheds, detached garages): nonhabitable, one-story, under 200 sq ft, roof height under 15 ft; Patios, porches, deck covers: under 200 sq ft area, average roof height under 12 ft, at least 3 ft from property lines; Decks/porches: floor or deck 30 inches or less above adjacent grade; Fences: wood, wire mesh, or chain link under 7 ft in height; Plumbing repairs/replacements: sink, toilet, faucet not concealed in wall; Countertops, shower heads, gutters, downspouts. Note: Exempt from building permit does not mean exempt from local zoning and planning requirements; confirm with Planning Department before proceeding When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.
last verified April 2026
source City of Condon Planning Department ↗
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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Condon Planning Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.