Homeowner as Applicant FAQS

Can Homeowners Apply for Permits?

Homeowners can apply for permits on Oregon ePermitting, but in order to apply online the homeowner needs to add the correct permissions, also known as homeowner licenses, to gain access to the system to apply. Follow the instructions below on how to add the correct homeowner licenses to your account.

Creating an Account
How to add the Homeowner Licenses to my ePermitting Account

Tips & Takeaways

We suggest that you contact staff prior to applying online, ensure that you are applying for the correct permit type. Visit the Contact Us page for more information. 

Save your email and password in a safe location as you will most likely need to log back into the account to view your approved Construction Plans and Site Plan.

Homeowner Licensing (Permissions)

License Requirements by Permit Type
Planning Permit License Requirements
Permit Type Note License Type License Number
Planning Permits A license is not applicable or required because at this time you cannot apply on Oregon ePermitting for a Planning permit. n/a n/a
 
Onsite/Septic Permit License Requirements
Permit Type Note License Type License Number
  • Site Evaluation
  • Onsite Permit
  • Onsite Authorization
 You do not need licenses associated to your account to apply for an Onsite/Septic Permits on the Oregon ePermitting website. However, at time of application we request that you add the license of the septic professional assigned to the job. See Note See Note
 
Building Permit License Requirements
Permit Type Note License Type License Number
1 & 2 Family Dwelling You will need to associate the OWNER-STR/MECH and the OWNER-ELEC license to your account. 
  • CCB
  • (C) Electrical Contractor
  • OWNER-STR/MECH
  • OWNER-ELEC
Mechanical You will need to associate the OWNER-STR/MECH  license to your account to apply for Mechanical permits. CCB OWNER-STR/MECH
Electrical You will need to associate the OWNER-ELEC license to your account to apply for Mechanical permits. (C) Electrical Contractor OWNER-ELEC
Plumbing You will need to associate the (PB) Plumbing Contractor license to your account to apply for Mechanical permits. (PB) Plumbing Contractor OWNER-PLUMB

 

Supporting Documents

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