Morrow County, OR — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

City of Boardman Building Department (contracted service)

Street address

200 City Center Circle, P.O. Box 229, Boardman, OR 97818

Phone

(541) 481-9252

Coverage

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.

Online portal

Citizenserve

Additional resources

Digital Zoning Map ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Morrow County

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.

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Check zoning requirements using UrbanForm digital zoning map or contact planning department.
02

Obtain zoning permit for new construction, additions, or after land use permit decisions.
03

Prepare plans complying with Oregon Residential Specialty Code (2023 ORSC) and Oregon Structural Specialty Code (OSSC).
04

Submit application through Citizenserve online portal.
05

Pay applicable permit fees based on project valuation.
06

Obtain permit before starting work.
07

Schedule inspections through Citizenserve portal Monday–Friday.

§ 04

Fee schedule

Morrow County building permit fees

Fee type

Amount

Permit fee formula

Based on project valuation using adopted cost-per-square-foot valuation chart

Contact Boardman Building Department for current fee schedule

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Citizenserve portal (online)
(541) 481-9252 (phone)

Inspection hours: Monday–Friday

Typical sequence: Electrical inspections have separate schedules. All permits issued after June 1, 2021 follow current inspection schedules.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about unincorporated Morrow County permits

01 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.

02 How much does a building permit cost in unincorporated Morrow County, OR? ▸

Building permit fees in unincorporated Morrow County, OR are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: Based on project valuation using adopted cost-per-square-foot valuation chart.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in unincorporated Morrow County, OR? ▸

To apply for a building permit in unincorporated Morrow County, OR, follow these steps: 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.

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Morrow County, OR? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in unincorporated Morrow County, OR via: Citizenserve portal, (541) 481-9252.

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with City of Boardman Building Department (contracted service) before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

Unincorporated Morrow County