City Building Permits
Bay City, OR - 2026 Building Permit Guide
How to apply for a building permit in Bay City, Oregon. Permit authority, application steps, fees, and inspection requirements.
Permit Authority
All properties within city limits of Bay City. Building permits issued by City with Tillamook County assisting on structural review.
- Department
- Community Development Department
- Address
- City of Bay City
Online Permit Portal
Platform: Accela • Account required: Yes • Submission: In-person only
Additional resources:
Application Process
- Submit Zoning Permit Application Form with plans signed by property owner(s)
- Provide site plan (3 copies) drawn to measurable scale with north arrow, lot survey, depicting all structures, excavation, fill, stormwater, and erosion control measures
- Submit Grading and Erosion Control Permit Application with plans if applicable
- Pay System Development Charges (SDCs) when zoning permit application is submitted
- Schedule appointment for permit submittal with City
- City reviews and approves permits
- Schedule inspections: setback inspection prior to foundation construction; final inspection prior to occupancy certification
Source: Community Development Department
General Requirements
Building permits required for all construction within city limits
Required Documents
- Zoning Permit Application Form
- Plans signed by property owner(s)
- Site plan (3 copies) drawn to measurable scale with north arrow
- Current survey (or lot survey) showing property boundaries
- Depiction of all structures, excavation, fill, stockpiles, stormwater drainage and erosion control measures, driveways
- Grading and Erosion Control Permit Application if applicable
- Official survey required for any new construction or alterations increasing structural area toward lot lines
- Building code
- 2014 Oregon Specialty Codes
- Contractor requirements
- Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) license required for most construction work
Fees
- Permit fee formula
- System Development Charges (SDCs) required at zoning permit application. Permit fees based on project scope and size.
- Payment note
- See City of Bay City Forms page for detailed fee schedules
Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.
Work That Does NOT Require a Permit
Contact the Community Development Department to confirm whether your project requires a permit before starting work.
Inspections
How to Schedule
- City Building Department (in-person)
Typical inspection sequence: City handles setback inspections prior to foundation construction. City handles final inspection prior to occupancy certification. Additional inspections per code requirements.
Additional Resources
- Building code: 2014 Oregon Specialty Codes
- Verify contractor license: Oregon CCB License Lookup
- Zoning information: View zoning info
- Oregon Building Codes Division
- Tillamook County Community Development
- License lookup guide: Oregon Contractor License Requirements
- Contract template: Oregon Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
- Oregon hub: Oregon Contractor License & Permit Hub
Information on this page was last verified: March 2026. Permit rules and fees change — confirm current requirements directly with the Community Development Department before applying.
Frequently Asked Questions
Bay City Building Permit FAQ
- Do I need a building permit in Bay City, OR?
- Building permits required for all construction within city limits
- How much does a building permit cost in Bay City, OR?
- Fees are calculated as: System Development Charges (SDCs) required at zoning permit application. Permit fees based on project scope and size..
- How do I apply for a building permit in Bay City, OR?
- 1. Submit Zoning Permit Application Form with plans signed by property owner(s) 2. Provide site plan (3 copies) drawn to measurable scale with north arrow, lot survey, depicting all structures, excavation, fill, stormwater, and erosion control measures 3. Submit Grading and Erosion Control Permit Application with plans if applicable 4. Pay System Development Charges (SDCs) when zoning permit application is submitted 5. Schedule appointment for permit submittal with City 6. City reviews and approves permits 7. Schedule inspections: setback inspection prior to foundation construction; final inspection prior to occupancy certification
- How do I schedule a building inspection in Bay City, OR?
- Inspections can be scheduled via: City Building Department.
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