Submit Building Permits Electronically In Portland With Service First Permits
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SFP has experience with the intricacies of various jurisdictions and the programs utilized for electronic submittals and permit tracking, including but not limited to:
- Accela®
- E-Trakit®
- MobilEyes®
- EnerGov®
- CivicPlus®
- CitizenAccess®
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PORTLAND BUILDING PERMITS
The Portland Online Permitting (POPS) Program is modernizing the City of Portland’s current permitting system into an online, enhanced customer service delivery system, that offers online building permits for both residential and commercial construction projects.
Here, you will learn everything you need to know about ePermits, so that you can begin working right away.
Who Needs Electronic Building Permits in Portland?
An ePermit in Portland is required for projects such as new construction, additions, remodeling or repairs to electrical, mechanical and plumbing systems.
The POPS system can be used to obtain online building permits in Portland for:
Rules 1. All NEW projects, corrections and construction changes need to be submitted electronically.
- All project types qualify for electronic document submittal (Building, Discretionary, Engineering, Mapping, Construction Change, etc.)
Portland’s Single PDF Process for ePermits
The city has created a Single PDF Process that is being offered to select qualifying projects as a quick and easy way to upload and access plans.
The process for submitting an electronic building permit application with plans includes:
Stage 1: Intake of your application and drawings.
Stage 2: Receiving, making, and resubmitting to BDS corrections to your application and/or drawings.
Stage 3: Issuance of your permit to begin construction.
If you require assistance with converting and submitting your building plans into PDF for a fast approval, we recommend contacting our specialists today.
Who Can Use the POPS for Electronic Building Permit Application in Portland?
Any homeowner, architect or a licensed contractor can apply to the City of Portland for an ePermit by providing enough information to describe the project fully and clearly.
Construction drawings are necessary on most construction projects and especially for commercial projects, these must be prepared by an architect. For a home improvement project, the homeowner may prepare the drawings, provided that the drawings are accurate, legible and complete.
Fast, Efficient Building Permits in Portland
If you are a contractor or resident that wants to receive your permit quickly, Service First Permits is here to assist you.
Our experience with ePermits in Portland, including all the requirements for uploading documents, ensures that you will receive an easy approval as soon as possible.
Contact us today for your complimentary Portland Building Permit consultation.
