Beaverton, OR - 2026 Building Permit Guide

Permit Authority

Beaverton administers building permits inside city limits. Projects often also need planning, site development, Clean Water Services, TVF&R, and other provider review.

Department

City of Beaverton Community Development Department, Building Division

Address

The Beaverton Building, 12725 SW Millikan Way, Beaverton, OR 97005

Phone

503-526-2222

Email

BuildingPlanSubmit@BeavertonOregon.gov

Website

https://www.beavertonoregon.gov/191/Building

Online Permit Portal

Application Process

1. Verify whether the project also needs planning or site development review before or with the building permit.
2. Create a BEPS profile and submit the building permit application online.
3. Upload plans and supporting materials through BEPS and any linked electronic review tools.
4. Respond to plan review corrections and outside-agency comments as needed.
5. Pay permit fees through BEPS once the permit is ready to issue.
6. Download the permit set and request inspections through BEPS.

Typical processing time: No general citywide permit review turnaround was located on the pages reviewed.

Source: City of Beaverton Community Development Department, Building Division

General Requirements

Beaverton requires permits for regulated building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and related work; city process also checks whether planning or site development approvals are prerequisites.

Required Documents

• Application
• plans
• site information
• valuation
• and project-specific supporting documents. Service provider letters may also be needed depending on project scope.

Permit validity

Oregon's 180-day baseline applies unless locally extended.

Building code

State of Oregon building specialty codes as enforced by the city.

Owner-builder

Homeowners can apply through BEPS. State homeowner acknowledgement requirements still apply where relevant.

Contractor requirements

Oregon CCB and applicable trade licenses are required.

Fees

Minimum permit fee

Not clearly stated on the public landing page reviewed.

Plan check fee

Applies

Permit fee formula

Mixed. Building and site-related fees are published by the city; building permit fees are generally valuation-based with additional plan review and technology or state surcharge components where applicable.

Reinspection fee

Work without permit and other special-case fees may apply; confirm current fee schedule in BEPS and city fee pages

Penalty (no permit)

Work without permit and other special-case fees may apply; confirm current fee schedule in BEPS and city fee pages

Payment note

Fees are paid online in BEPS

Fees change. Verify current amounts at the official fee schedule.

Work That Does NOT Require a Permit

• Oregon residential permit exemptions for minor work, small detached accessory structures, low fences, limited reroofing triggers, and similar low-risk items generally apply.
• Exempt work can still require zoning, site development, floodplain, or utility review.

Inspections

How to Schedule

• BEPS for newer permits; legacy inspection page remains available for older permit numbers (other)

Inspection hours

City page does not publish exact windows on the pages reviewed; homeowners may request a callback for a two-hour arrival range on older permit workflows

Time windows

City page does not publish exact windows on the pages reviewed; homeowners may request a callback for a two-hour arrival range on older permit workflows

Typical inspection sequence: Footing and foundation, framing and rough trades, insulation or cover inspections, then final

Additional Resources

• Building code: State of Oregon building specialty codes as enforced by the city.
• Verify contractor license: Oregon CCB License Lookup
• Zoning information: View zoning info
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• Resource
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• License lookup guide: Oregon Contractor License Requirements
• Contract template: Oregon Homeowner-Contractor Agreement
• Oregon hub: Oregon Contractor License & Permit Hub

Frequently Asked Questions

Beaverton Building Permit FAQ

Do I need a building permit in Beaverton, OR?

Beaverton requires permits for regulated building, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and related work; city process also checks whether planning or site development approvals are prerequisites.

How much does a building permit cost in Beaverton, OR?

The minimum permit fee is Not clearly stated on the public landing page reviewed.. Fees are calculated as: Mixed. Building and site-related fees are published by the city; building permit fees are generally valuation-based with additional plan review and technology or state surcharge components where applicable.. Plan check fee: Applies.

How do I apply for a building permit in Beaverton, OR?

1. Verify whether the project also needs planning or site development review before or with the building permit. 2. Create a BEPS profile and submit the building permit application online. 3. Upload plans and supporting materials through BEPS and any linked electronic review tools. 4. Respond to plan review corrections and outside-agency comments as needed. 5. Pay permit fees through BEPS once the permit is ready to issue. 6. Download the permit set and request inspections through BEPS.

How long does it take to get a building permit in Beaverton, OR?

Typical processing time is No general citywide permit review turnaround was located on the pages reviewed..

What work is exempt from building permits in Beaverton, OR?

The following work is generally exempt: Oregon residential permit exemptions for minor work, small detached accessory structures, low fences, limited reroofing triggers, and similar low-risk items generally apply.; Exempt work can still require zoning, site development, floodplain, or utility review..

How do I schedule a building inspection in Beaverton, OR?

Inspections can be scheduled via: BEPS for newer permits; legacy inspection page remains available for older permit numbers.

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