City Building Permits

Gresham, OR - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Oregon Multnomah County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Issues permits in Gresham and, per Multnomah County service-provider routing, for Pleasant Valley and unincorporated east county areas except Fairview, Troutdale, and Wood Village.

Department
City of Gresham Building Division
Address
Gresham City Hall, 1333 NW Eastman Parkway, Gresham, OR 97030
Phone
503-618-2845
Website
https://www.greshamoregon.gov/services/building-permits-and-inspections/

Online Permit Portal

Open Tyler EnerGov Self Service

Platform: Tyler EnerGov Self Service • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Additional resources:

Application Process

  1. Determine permit type and review supporting residential or commercial project guidance.
  2. Submit the permit application through EnerGov; projects requiring plan review upload plans in the online system.
  3. Provide all required supporting documents and respond to any completeness or plan-review comments.
  4. Pay invoiced fees.
  5. Receive permit issuance and approved plans.
  6. Perform work and schedule inspections through EnerGov.
  7. Complete final inspections to close the permit.

Typical processing time: No universal citywide estimate posted on the reviewed pages.

Source: City of Gresham Building Division

General Requirements

Building Division services cover building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical construction; permit need depends on project scope.

Required Documents

  • Permit application
  • Plans and supporting documents as required by residential or commercial checklists
Permit validity
No citywide expiration statement found on reviewed Gresham pages.
Building code
Oregon Structural, Residential, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Specialty Codes.
Owner-builder
Not clearly stated on reviewed public pages.
Contractor requirements
State trade and contractor licensing rules apply; permit applications and inspections are managed by the city.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$123.00 for ORSC entries; valuation tables also start at $37.00 OSSC commercial and $58.00 ORSC and multi-family
Plan check fee
65% of permit fee; administrative or special plan review add-ons may apply
Permit fee formula
Valuation-based building permit tables for structural work
Trade permit fee
Separate trade permit schedules
Reinspection fee
$175.00 per inspection
Penalty (no permit)
Investigation fee is $175.00 per hour; other requested inspection fees apply
Payment note
EnerGov supports online application and payment; city fee schedule, school excise tax, and state surcharge documents are posted on the permit page.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

  • Detached non-habitable accessory structures up to 200 sq ft and 10 ft wall height, with larger rural exception on parcels 2 acres or more
  • Private-side concrete walkways, slabs, platforms, and driveways adding less than 1,000 sq ft
  • Window awnings within stated projection limits
  • Low decks and porches within listed grade and setback thresholds
  • Gutters and downspouts
  • Door and window replacements with no structural change
  • Re-roofing within stated live-load and fire-resistance limits
  • Limited like-for-like electrical replacements
  • Irrigation alterations with an approved backflow device already in place

Inspections

How to Schedule

Scheduling deadline
Requests before 6:30 a.m. will be attempted same day; request before midnight for next-day inspection
Inspection hours
Daily between 8:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m.

Typical inspection sequence: Varies by permit, then final inspection at project completion.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Gresham Building Division before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Gresham Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Gresham, OR?
Building Division services cover building, plumbing, mechanical, and electrical construction; permit need depends on project scope.
How much does a building permit cost in Gresham, OR?
The minimum permit fee is $123.00 for ORSC entries; valuation tables also start at $37.00 OSSC commercial and $58.00 ORSC and multi-family. Fees are calculated as: Valuation-based building permit tables for structural work. Plan check fee: 65% of permit fee; administrative or special plan review add-ons may apply.
How do I apply for a building permit in Gresham, OR?
1. Determine permit type and review supporting residential or commercial project guidance. 2. Submit the permit application through EnerGov; projects requiring plan review upload plans in the online system. 3. Provide all required supporting documents and respond to any completeness or plan-review comments. 4. Pay invoiced fees. 5. Receive permit issuance and approved plans. 6. Perform work and schedule inspections through EnerGov. 7. Complete final inspections to close the permit.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Gresham, OR?
Typical processing time is No universal citywide estimate posted on the reviewed pages..
What work is exempt from building permits in Gresham, OR?
The following work is generally exempt: Detached non-habitable accessory structures up to 200 sq ft and 10 ft wall height, with larger rural exception on parcels 2 acres or more; Private-side concrete walkways, slabs, platforms, and driveways adding less than 1,000 sq ft; Window awnings within stated projection limits; Low decks and porches within listed grade and setback thresholds; Gutters and downspouts; Door and window replacements with no structural change; Re-roofing within stated live-load and fire-resistance limits; Limited like-for-like electrical replacements; Irrigation alterations with an approved backflow device already in place.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Gresham, OR?
Inspections can be scheduled via: EnerGov. Requests before 6:30 a.m. will be attempted same day; request before midnight for next-day inspection.

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