How much does a building permit cost in Gates, OR?

The minimum permit fee is Marion County structural permit minimum is $60.00 under Table A-1, and $70.00 for new one- and two-family dwellings under Table A-2; Gates also requires city zoning review and permit fees payable to the city.. Fees are calculated as: Marion County structural permits are valuation-based; county mechanical, plumbing, and electrical fees use itemized schedules; city checklist indicates separate city zoning review fees.. Plan check fee: Marion County structural plan review fee is 65 percent of the structural permit fee..

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

1. Contact the City of Gates before starting the permit process. 2. If applicable, obtain septic approval and floodplain development approval through Marion County before building permit intake. 3. For a new structure, submit a building permit packet to the City of Gates with two complete sets of building plans, three complete sets of site plans, a Marion County structural building permit application, a LUCS form, and the property owner statement; manufactured home packets use the Marion County manufactured home placement application plus site plans, LUCS form, owner statement, and floor plan. 4. Determine whether the site contains sensitive lands such as flood hazard areas, riparian corridors, wetlands, or slope hazards under the Gates Zoning Ordinance and provide any additional plans required. 5. Pay required zoning review and permit fees to the City of Gates; permit issuance follows combined city and county review. 6. Begin construction after permit issuance and call Marion County for inspections through the construction process. 7. Complete final inspection and receive certificate of occupancy.

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

Typical processing time is Not publicly posted on the city checklist or county routing page..

What work is exempt from building permits in Gates, OR?

The following work is generally exempt: Oregon BCD exempt-work categories for one- and two-family dwellings; Exempt work may still require city land-use, floodplain, septic, wildfire, or sensitive-lands review.

How do I schedule a building inspection in Gates, OR?

Inspections can be scheduled via: Online scheduling, Call Marion County for inspections during construction; online users can also request inspections through Oregon ePermitting.

City Building Permits

Gates, OR - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Oregon Linn County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Gates lies partly in Linn County, but the city's published permit checklist routes structural permits, septic approval, floodplain development review where applicable, and construction inspections through Marion County after city submittal and local review.

Department: City of Gates for local land use and zoning review; Marion County Public Works Building Inspection for building, manufactured dwelling, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical permit administration shown in Marion County's permit routing matrix
Address: Gates City Hall, 101 Sorbin Ave W, Gates, OR 97346
Phone: 503-897-2669
Email: ctygtes@wbcable.net
Website: https://www.cityofgates.com/forms-permits

Online Permit Portal

Open Oregon ePermitting / Accela

Platform: Oregon ePermitting / Accela • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

Contact the City of Gates before starting the permit process.
If applicable, obtain septic approval and floodplain development approval through Marion County before building permit intake.
For a new structure, submit a building permit packet to the City of Gates with two complete sets of building plans, three complete sets of site plans, a Marion County structural building permit application, a LUCS form, and the property owner statement; manufactured home packets use the Marion County manufactured home placement application plus site plans, LUCS form, owner statement, and floor plan.
Determine whether the site contains sensitive lands such as flood hazard areas, riparian corridors, wetlands, or slope hazards under the Gates Zoning Ordinance and provide any additional plans required.
Pay required zoning review and permit fees to the City of Gates; permit issuance follows combined city and county review.
Begin construction after permit issuance and call Marion County for inspections through the construction process.
Complete final inspection and receive certificate of occupancy.

Typical processing time: Not publicly posted on the city checklist or county routing page.

Source: City of Gates for local land use and zoning review; Marion County Public Works Building Inspection for building, manufactured dwelling, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical permit administration shown in Marion County's permit routing matrix

General Requirements

Gates publishes a city-specific building permit checklist and routes building permit packets through city review and Marion County code administration; Oregon residential rules still apply for new construction and structural, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical changes.

Required Documents

Two sets of building plans
three site plans
Marion County structural or manufactured dwelling application as applicable
LUCS form
property owner statement
any additional sensitive-lands
floodplain
or septic materials.

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.
Building code: Oregon specialty codes administered locally; the city checklist requires conformance with applicable local and state building codes.
Owner-builder: Property Owner Statement Regarding Construction Responsibilities is listed in the city checklist.
Contractor requirements: Oregon licensing rules apply; city forms page states mechanical, electrical, and plumbing applications are filed through Marion County Public Works.

Fees

Minimum permit fee: Marion County structural permit minimum is $60.00 under Table A-1, and $70.00 for new one- and two-family dwellings under Table A-2; Gates also requires city zoning review and permit fees payable to the city.
Plan check fee: Marion County structural plan review fee is 65 percent of the structural permit fee.
Permit fee formula: Marion County structural permits are valuation-based; county mechanical, plumbing, and electrical fees use itemized schedules; city checklist indicates separate city zoning review fees.
Reinspection fee: Marion County reinspection fee is $52.00; investigation fees for work without permits are based on the actual or average added compliance cost.
Payment note: Gates checklist says to pay required zoning review and permit fees to the city; confirm with Marion County which county-served fees are paid in ePermitting versus at intake.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Oregon BCD exempt-work categories for one- and two-family dwellings
Exempt work may still require city land-use, floodplain, septic, wildfire, or sensitive-lands review

Inspections

How to Schedule

Online scheduling (online)
Call Marion County for inspections during construction; online users can also request inspections through Oregon ePermitting (phone)

Inspection hours: Gates City Hall hours are Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., closed noon to 1:00 p.m.; Marion County permit matrix lists Gates permit counter hours as Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., closed noon to 1:00 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: County inspections occur throughout construction after permit issuance, followed by final inspection and certificate of occupancy

Marion County fee schedule applies to additional inspections and reinspection fees

Additional Resources

Building code: Oregon specialty codes administered locally; the city checklist requires conformance with applicable local and state building codes.
Zoning information: View zoning info
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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 Gates for local land use and zoning review; Marion County Public Works Building Inspection for building, manufactured dwelling, mechanical, plumbing, and electrical permit administration shown in Marion County's permit routing matrix before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Gates Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Gates, OR?: Gates publishes a city-specific building permit checklist and routes building permit packets through city review and Marion County code administration; Oregon residential rules still apply for new construction and structural, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical changes.
How much does a building permit cost in Gates, OR?: The minimum permit fee is Marion County structural permit minimum is $60.00 under Table A-1, and $70.00 for new one- and two-family dwellings under Table A-2; Gates also requires city zoning review and permit fees payable to the city.. Fees are calculated as: Marion County structural permits are valuation-based; county mechanical, plumbing, and electrical fees use itemized schedules; city checklist indicates separate city zoning review fees.. Plan check fee: Marion County structural plan review fee is 65 percent of the structural permit fee..
How do I apply for a building permit in Gates, OR?: 1. Contact the City of Gates before starting the permit process. 2. If applicable, obtain septic approval and floodplain development approval through Marion County before building permit intake. 3. For a new structure, submit a building permit packet to the City of Gates with two complete sets of building plans, three complete sets of site plans, a Marion County structural building permit application, a LUCS form, and the property owner statement; manufactured home packets use the Marion County manufactured home placement application plus site plans, LUCS form, owner statement, and floor plan. 4. Determine whether the site contains sensitive lands such as flood hazard areas, riparian corridors, wetlands, or slope hazards under the Gates Zoning Ordinance and provide any additional plans required. 5. Pay required zoning review and permit fees to the City of Gates; permit issuance follows combined city and county review. 6. Begin construction after permit issuance and call Marion County for inspections through the construction process. 7. Complete final inspection and receive certificate of occupancy.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Gates, OR?: Typical processing time is Not publicly posted on the city checklist or county routing page..
What work is exempt from building permits in Gates, OR?: The following work is generally exempt: Oregon BCD exempt-work categories for one- and two-family dwellings; Exempt work may still require city land-use, floodplain, septic, wildfire, or sensitive-lands review.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Gates, OR?: Inspections can be scheduled via: Online scheduling, Call Marion County for inspections during construction; online users can also request inspections through Oregon ePermitting.

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