Dallas, OR — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Planning & Building Department

Phone

(503) 831-3571

Coverage

All incorporated city areas; Building, Electrical, Mechanical, and Plumbing Permits.

Online portal

Oregon ePermitting System

Accela

Website

Department website

Additional resources

BuildingPermits.Oregon.gov ↗

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Dallas

Building permits required for new construction, additions, alterations, and other structural work.

Building code: 2023 Oregon Residential Specialty Code (ORSC), Oregon Structural Specialty Code, Oregon Mechanical Specialty Code, Oregon Plumbing Specialty Code, and Oregon Electrical Specialty Code
Owner-builder: Homeowners performing their own work must provide acknowledgement with application.

§ 03

Application process

Typical processing: 2-4 weeks for residential projects

01

Access the Oregon ePermitting system at https://aca-oregon.accela.com/oregon/
02

Create an account or log in
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Homeowners doing their own work must complete and attach the Homeowner Acknowledgement Form with the application
04

Submit application and plan submittals electronically (required as of January 1, 2025)
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Plans examiner reviews plans for compliance
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Contact Plans Examiner if additional information is required (e.g., engineering, truss information)
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Site Plan Review: Permit Specialist reviews project for Polk County Zoning Ordinance compliance
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Permit is issued or corrections are requested

Typical processing time: 2-4 weeks for residential projects

§ 04

Fee schedule

Effective July 1, 2025–June 30, 2026

Fee type

Amount

Minimum permit fee

$78.65

Permit fee formula

$78.65 for first $4,000 of valuation; $11.74 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof

Building division fees (except those determined by Oregon BCD) are automatically adjusted each July 1 based on CPI-U Pacific Cities Index

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

Oregon ePermitting System (online)

Typical sequence: Standard inspections include foundation, framing, and final inspections

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Dallas permits

01 Do I need a building permit in Dallas, OR? ▸

Building permits required for new construction, additions, alterations, and other structural work.

02 How much does a building permit cost in Dallas, OR? ▸

Building permit fees in Dallas, OR are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. The minimum permit fee is $78.65. Fees are calculated as: $78.65 for first $4,000 of valuation; $11.74 for each additional $1,000 or fraction thereof.

03 How do I apply for a building permit in Dallas, OR? ▸

To apply for a building permit in Dallas, OR, follow these steps: 1. Access the Oregon ePermitting system at https://aca-oregon.accela.com/oregon/ 2. Create an account or log in 3. Homeowners doing their own work must complete and attach the Homeowner Acknowledgement Form with the application 4. Submit application and plan submittals electronically (required as of January 1, 2025) 5. Plans examiner reviews plans for compliance 6. Contact Plans Examiner if additional information is required (e.g., engineering, truss information) 7. Site Plan Review: Permit Specialist reviews project for Polk County Zoning Ordinance compliance 8. Permit is issued or corrections are requested

04 How long does it take to get a building permit in Dallas, OR? ▸

Building permit processing times in Dallas, OR typically run 2-4 weeks for residential projects. Timelines can vary based on project complexity and current department workload.

05 How do I schedule a building inspection in Dallas, OR? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Dallas, OR via: Oregon ePermitting System.

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Educational reference. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with Planning & Building Department before applying. Jaspector is not legal advice.

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