City Building Permits

Maywood Park, OR - 2026 Building Permit Guide

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

Oregon Multnomah County Updated March 2026

Permit Authority

Maywood Park requires local zoning check before permit filing, but states that beginning January 2021 the City of Portland issues all building permits for the city.

Department
City of Maywood Park for zoning check and local permits; City of Portland issues building permits
Address
10100 NE Prescott St., Suite 147, Maywood Park, OR 97220
Phone
503-255-9805
Website
https://cityofmaywoodpark.com/permits/

Online Permit Portal

Open Portland DevHub

Platform: Portland DevHub • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only

Application Process

  1. Contact Maywood Park staff or designated officials for zoning compliance review before making permit application.
  2. After zoning check, apply through Portland's permit process and DevHub tools.
  3. Submit plans and supporting documents required by Portland for the permit type.
  4. Pay Portland review and issuance fees.
  5. Receive permit issuance from Portland.
  6. Schedule and complete required inspections through Portland.
  7. Close out the permit with final inspection.

Typical processing time: No Maywood Park-specific processing estimate posted; Portland timelines depend on permit path.

Source: City of Maywood Park for zoning check and local permits; City of Portland issues building permits

General Requirements

Maywood Park states permits are required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural work within the city.

Required Documents

  • Maywood Park zoning check first
  • Portland permit forms, plans, and supporting documents
Permit validity
Building permits follow Portland-administered permit rules after issuance.
Building code
Building permits are administered by Portland under Oregon specialty codes; Maywood Park also separately regulates tree removal under its local code.
Owner-builder
Follow Portland and Oregon owner-builder requirements for permits issued by Portland.
Contractor requirements
Follow Portland and Oregon contractor and trade licensing requirements for permits issued by Portland.

Fees

Minimum permit fee
$153.00 for city-issued building permits
Plan check fee
Portland plan-review/process fees apply
Permit fee formula
Portland valuation-based and category-based fees apply
Reinspection fee
Portland reinspection and related fees apply
Payment note
Building and trade permit payments route through Portland; Maywood Park separately charges $10.00 for local tree removal permit requests.

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

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

Contact the City of Maywood Park for zoning check and local permits; City of Portland issues building permits to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.

Inspections

How to Schedule

  • Portland permit tools (online)

Typical inspection sequence: Follow Portland permit-type inspection sequence, ending with final inspection.

Additional Resources

Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the City of Maywood Park for zoning check and local permits; City of Portland issues building permits before applying.

Frequently Asked Questions

Maywood Park Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Maywood Park, OR?
Maywood Park states permits are required for mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and structural work within the city.
How much does a building permit cost in Maywood Park, OR?
The minimum permit fee is $153.00 for city-issued building permits. Fees are calculated as: Portland valuation-based and category-based fees apply. Plan check fee: Portland plan-review/process fees apply.
How do I apply for a building permit in Maywood Park, OR?
1. Contact Maywood Park staff or designated officials for zoning compliance review before making permit application. 2. After zoning check, apply through Portland's permit process and DevHub tools. 3. Submit plans and supporting documents required by Portland for the permit type. 4. Pay Portland review and issuance fees. 5. Receive permit issuance from Portland. 6. Schedule and complete required inspections through Portland. 7. Close out the permit with final inspection.
How long does it take to get a building permit in Maywood Park, OR?
Typical processing time is No Maywood Park-specific processing estimate posted; Portland timelines depend on permit path..
What work is exempt from building permits in Maywood Park, OR?
The following work is generally exempt: No separate Maywood Park public exemption list found on reviewed city permit page; For building and trade permit exemptions, use Portland and Oregon code guidance after local zoning check.
How do I schedule a building inspection in Maywood Park, OR?
Inspections can be scheduled via: Portland permit tools.

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