County Building Permits
Morrow County, OR - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in unincorporated Morrow County, Oregon. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
All unincorporated Morrow County areas (excluding cities of Boardman and Irrigon). Electrical permits for unincorporated Morrow County are issued by Oregon BCD, Pendleton Field Office.
- Department
- City of Boardman Building Department (contracted service)
- Address
- 200 City Center Circle, P.O. Box 229, Boardman, OR 97818
- Phone
- (541) 481-9252
Online Permit Portal
Platform: Citizenserve • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only
Additional resources:
Application Process
- Check zoning requirements using UrbanForm digital zoning map or contact planning department.
- Obtain zoning permit for new construction, additions, or after land use permit decisions.
- Prepare plans complying with Oregon Residential Specialty Code (2023 ORSC) and Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC).
- Submit application through Citizenserve online portal.
- Pay applicable permit fees based on project valuation.
- Obtain permit before starting work.
- Schedule inspections through Citizenserve portal Monday–Friday.
General Requirements
Building permits required for structural, mechanical, plumbing, fire alarm, fire sprinkler, and manufactured placement permits in unincorporated Morrow County.
- Building code
- Oregon Residential Specialty Code (2023 ORSC) and Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC)
- Contractor requirements
- Contractors must be licensed through Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB). Electrical contractors must also hold BCD certification.
Fees
- Permit fee formula
- Based on project valuation using adopted cost-per-square-foot valuation chart
- Payment note
- Contact Boardman Building Department for current fee schedule
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the City of Boardman Building Department (contracted service) to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- Citizenserve portal (online)
- (541) 481-9252 (phone)
- Inspection hours
- Monday–Friday
Typical inspection sequence: Electrical inspections have separate schedules. All permits issued after June 1, 2021 follow current inspection schedules.
Additional Resources
- Building code: Oregon Residential Specialty Code (2023 ORSC) and Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC)
- Verify contractor license: Oregon CCB License Search
- Zoning information: View zoning info
- Oregon Building Codes Division
- Oregon DEQ Stormwater Permits (1200-C)
- Oregon DSL Removal-Fill Permits
- Oregon DEQ Onsite Wastewater
- 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 Boardman Building Department (contracted service) before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Morrow County Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in unincorporated Morrow County, OR?
- Building permits required for structural, mechanical, plumbing, fire alarm, fire sprinkler, and manufactured placement permits in unincorporated Morrow County.
- How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Morrow County, OR?
- Fees are calculated as: Based on project valuation using adopted cost-per-square-foot valuation chart.
- How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Morrow County, OR?
- 1. Check zoning requirements using UrbanForm digital zoning map or contact planning department. 2. Obtain zoning permit for new construction, additions, or after land use permit decisions. 3. Prepare plans complying with Oregon Residential Specialty Code (2023 ORSC) and Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC). 4. Submit application through Citizenserve online portal. 5. Pay applicable permit fees based on project valuation. 6. Obtain permit before starting work. 7. Schedule inspections through Citizenserve portal Monday–Friday.
- How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Morrow County, OR?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: Citizenserve portal, (541) 481-9252.
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