City Building Permits

Fairview, OR - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Oregon Multnomah County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Issues permits for property located in Fairview.

Department
Building Division, Public Works Department
Address
1300 NE Village Street, Fairview, OR 97024
Phone
503-674-6206
Website
https://www.fairvieworegon.gov/96/Building-Services

Online Permit Portal

Open Oregon ePermitting / Accela

Platform: Oregon ePermitting / Accela • Account required: Yes • Submission: Online only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. If work extends beyond the interior of an existing structure, contact Planning first to confirm whether a planning permit is required.
  2. After planning approval or confirmation that no planning review is needed, apply online through Oregon ePermitting.
  3. The Building Department reviews the submittal for completeness.
  4. If complete, applicant receives instructions to pay a deposit; if incomplete, applicant receives correction instructions.
  5. Once the complete application and deposit are received, Fairview processes the permit and may request more information.
  6. When approved, Fairview emails the approved plans and permit.
  7. Follow permit inspection instructions and complete final inspections.

Typical processing time: No fixed timeline published on the reviewed page.

Source: Building Division, Public Works Department

General Requirements

A permit is needed to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, or change occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, convert, or replace electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems.

Required Documents

  • Online application
  • Plans
  • Supporting documents required by the permit type
  • Planning approval first where applicable
Permit validity
No explicit city webpage statement found; adopted Oregon specialty-code rules govern permit duration and activity thresholds.
Building code
Oregon Structural Specialty Code, Oregon Residential Specialty Code, Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code, Oregon Electrical Specialty Code, and Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code.
Owner-builder
Not clearly stated on reviewed Fairview public pages.
Contractor requirements
State of Oregon contractor and trade licensing requirements apply.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$34.00 OSSC commercial; $54.00 ORSC and multi-family
Plan check fee
65% of permit fee for OSSC and ORSC entries; additional plan review is $138.00 hourly
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based structural permit tables
Trade permit fee
Trade permit schedules with separate percentages
Reinspection fee
$166.00 per inspection
Penalty (no permit)
Requested inspection fee is $248.00 per visit
Payment note
City master fee schedule is effective July 1, 2025; SDCs and other outside-agency costs may also apply.

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule (effective July 1, 2025).

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Fairview posts separate residential and commercial 'do I need a permit' exemption lists on the building-services page

Important: Some work is exempt from building permit but may not be exempt from zoning and planning requirements.

Inspections

How to Schedule

Inspection hours
Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., closed Friday
Time windows
Inspections may be scheduled Monday through Friday during normal operating hours

Typical inspection sequence: Varies by permit scope; final inspection required to avoid the work remaining categorized as unpermitted.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Building Division, Public Works Department before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Fairview Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Fairview, OR?
A permit is needed to construct, enlarge, alter, repair, move, or change occupancy of a building or structure, or to erect, install, enlarge, alter, repair, convert, or replace electrical, gas, mechanical, or plumbing systems.
How much does a building permit cost in Fairview, OR?
The minimum permit fee is $34.00 OSSC commercial; $54.00 ORSC and multi-family. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based structural permit tables. Plan check fee: 65% of permit fee for OSSC and ORSC entries; additional plan review is $138.00 hourly.
How do I apply for a building permit in Fairview, OR?
1. If work extends beyond the interior of an existing structure, contact Planning first to confirm whether a planning permit is required. 2. After planning approval or confirmation that no planning review is needed, apply online through Oregon ePermitting. 3. The Building Department reviews the submittal for completeness. 4. If complete, applicant receives instructions to pay a deposit; if incomplete, applicant receives correction instructions. 5. Once the complete application and deposit are received, Fairview processes the permit and may request more information. 6. When approved, Fairview emails the approved plans and permit. 7. Follow permit inspection instructions and complete final inspections.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Fairview, OR?
Typical processing time is No fixed timeline published on the reviewed page..
What work is exempt from building permits in Fairview, OR?
The following work is generally exempt: Fairview posts separate residential and commercial 'do I need a permit' exemption lists on the building-services page. Note: Some work is exempt from building permit but may not be exempt from zoning and planning requirements.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Fairview, OR?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Oregon ePermitting.

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