Albany, OR — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Albany Building, Community Development Department

Street address

333 Broadalbin St SW, Albany, OR 97321

Phone

541-917-7550

Contact form on building page

Coverage

Albany runs its own city permit program for property inside Albany city limits, including the Linn County portion.

Online portal

Accela ePermitting

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Albany

Albany states all building, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, encroachment, and EPSC permit applications are handled through its ePermitting site; statewide Oregon rules also require permits for new construction and many structural, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical changes.

Scope of work

Permit?

Work listed by Oregon BCD as exempt for one- and two-family dwellings, such as some minor non-structural repairs and decks or porches not more than 30 inches above grade

Exempt

Work exempt from a building permit may still need plumbing, mechanical, or electrical permits

Exempt

Exempt Work listed by Oregon BCD as exempt for one- and two-family dwellings, such as some minor non-structural repairs and decks or porches not more than 30 inches above grade
Exempt Work exempt from a building permit may still need plumbing, mechanical, or electrical permits

Required documents

Application
uploaded plans
project-specific checklists
any supporting forms listed on the building page.

Building code: Albany checklists and fee materials reference Oregon specialty codes; current statewide adopted-code source is https://www.oregon.gov/bcd/codes-stand/Pages/adopted-codes.aspx
Permit validity: Oregon residential permit guidance says permits expire if work is not started within 180 days, or if work is suspended or abandoned for 180 days or more.
Owner-builder: Home Owner's Statement form is published on the Albany building page.
Contractor requirements: Oregon requires nearly all contractor-performed home improvements to be done by properly licensed contractors; electrical and plumbing work requires the appropriate CCB and BCD licenses.

Source: City of Albany Building, Community Development Department ↗

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: Not posted on the main page; varies by project type.

01

Confirm whether the project needs a permit using the building page and checklists.
02

Apply through Albany ePermitting, upload plans, and pay required fees in one transaction.
03

City reviews plans and may require supplemental checklists or handouts by project type.
04

Once approved and fees are paid, permit is issued and approved plans must remain available on site.
05

Schedule inspections through the city's permit process/portal.

Typical processing time: Not posted on the main page; varies by project type.

Source: City of Albany Building, Community Development Department ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Albany building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

Fee schedule PDF posted; search snippet shows residential permits start at $75 for the first $2,000 valuation in the one- and two-family table

Plan check fee

Search snippet from city fee PDF shows building plan review fee at 65 percent of building permit fee with an $85 minimum

Permit fee formula

Valuation-based for building permits, plus other permit-specific charges

Reinspection fee

See fee schedule PDF

Albany states applicants can apply, upload plans, and pay fees in a single ePermitting transaction

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Online scheduling (online)

Inspection hours: Counter hours shown as 8 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.; exact inspection windows not posted on the main page

Typical sequence: Project-specific and tied to approved plans and listed checklists

See city fee schedule and permit conditions

Source: City of Albany Building, Community Development Department ↗

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Albany permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Albany, OR? ▸

02 How much does a building permit cost in Albany, OR? ▸

Building permit fees in Albany, OR are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is Fee schedule PDF posted; search snippet shows residential permits start at $75 for the first $2,000 valuation in the one- and two-family table. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based for building permits, plus other permit-specific charges. Plan check fee: Search snippet from city fee PDF shows building plan review fee at 65 percent of building permit fee with an $85 minimum.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Albany, OR? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Albany, OR, follow these steps: 1. Confirm whether the project needs a permit using the building page and checklists. 2. Apply through Albany ePermitting, upload plans, and pay required fees in one transaction. 3. City reviews plans and may require supplemental checklists or handouts by project type. 4. Once approved and fees are paid, permit is issued and approved plans must remain available on site. 5. Schedule inspections through the city's permit process/portal.

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Albany, OR? ▸

Building permit processing times in Albany, OR typically run Not posted on the main page; varies by project type.. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 What work is exempt from building permits in Albany, OR? ▸

Not all construction work requires a permit in Albany, OR. The following work is generally exempt: Work listed by Oregon BCD as exempt for one- and two-family dwellings, such as some minor non-structural repairs and decks or porches not more than 30 inches above grade; Work exempt from a building permit may still need plumbing, mechanical, or electrical permits. When in doubt, confirm with the local building department before starting work.

06 How do I schedule a building inspection in Albany, OR? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Albany, OR via: Online scheduling.

last verified April 2026 source City of Albany Building, Community Development Department ↗ entry id permits/oregon/linn/albany

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Albany Building, Community Development Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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