Tillamook, OR — 2026 Building Permit Guide

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§ 01

Permit authority

Planning Department and Community Development

Street address

Tillamook City Hall

Coverage

All properties within city limits and urban growth boundary (UGB) of Tillamook.

Online portal

Oregon ePermitting System

Accela

Website

Department website

Additional resources

§ 02

When a permit is required

Permit triggers and exempt work for Tillamook

Building permits required for all construction within city limits and UGB

Note: See City Code Chapter 150 for specific exemptions

Required documents

Approved zoning permit from City Planning
Site plan
Construction plans
Survey required for any new construction or alterations that increase structural area toward any lot line

Building code: 2014 Oregon Specialty Codes (structural, residential, plumbing, electrical, mechanical, energy efficiency). Chapter 150 of Tillamook City Code governs building requirements.
Permit validity: 180-day permit validity applies. First approved inspection must occur within 180 days or permit expires. Each approved inspection extends permit another 180 days.
Contractor requirements: Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) license required for most construction work

§ 03

Application process

Application → plan check → issuance → inspection → final

01

Obtain approved zoning permit from City of Tillamook Planning Department (First Step)
02

Submit approved zoning permit with building permit application to Tillamook County Community Development (Second Step)
03

Schedule appointment with Tillamook County for building permit submittal
04

Submit complete application (incomplete applications not accepted)
05

City Planning reviews for consistency with City Code and comprehensive plan
06

Upon permit issuance, pick up permit within 5 business days or it will be mailed
07

Schedule inspections as needed

Source: Planning Department and Community Development ↗

§ 04

Fee schedule

Effective April 1, 2025

Fee type

Amount

Permit fee formula

$1.45 per square foot for new/replacement residential structures (Tillamook School District Excise Tax); $0.72 per square foot for nonresidential. Additional fees for structural, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical permits.

See City of Tillamook Planning and Tillamook County Building Forms for current fee schedules

Fees change periodically. Confirm at the official fee schedule ↗ (effective April 1, 2025) before budgeting.

§ 05

Required inspections

Scheduling and sequence

How to schedule

(503) 842-1815 (Tillamook County Inspection Hotline) (phone)

Inspection hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday-Friday

Typical sequence: Inspections required per code: foundation, framing, final, and trade work. Tillamook County administers inspections.

§ 06

Frequently asked

Common questions about Tillamook permits

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

Building permits required for all construction within city limits and UGB

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

Building permit fees in Tillamook, OR are set by the local building department and vary by project type and valuation. Fees are calculated as: $1.45 per square foot for new/replacement residential structures (Tillamook School District Excise Tax); $0.72 per square foot for nonresidential. Additional fees for structural, plumbing, electrical, and mechanical permits..

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

To apply for a building permit in Tillamook, OR, follow these steps: 1. Obtain approved zoning permit from City of Tillamook Planning Department (First Step) 2. Submit approved zoning permit with building permit application to Tillamook County Community Development (Second Step) 3. Schedule appointment with Tillamook County for building permit submittal 4. Submit complete application (incomplete applications not accepted) 5. City Planning reviews for consistency with City Code and comprehensive plan 6. Upon permit issuance, pick up permit within 5 business days or it will be mailed 7. Schedule inspections as needed

04 How do I schedule a building inspection in Tillamook, OR? ▸

Once your permit is issued and work reaches an inspection milestone, you can schedule a building inspection in Tillamook, OR via: (503) 842-1815 (Tillamook County Inspection Hotline).

last verified April 2026 source Planning Department and Community Development ↗ entry id permits/oregon/tillamook/tillamook-city

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

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