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Building Permits in Union County, Oregon

We have not yet verified rules published by Union County itself. Below are the Oregon rules that apply, and where to ask.

Where to apply

Union County issues building permits for unincorporated areas; cities inside the county usually run their own permit offices.

Oregon statewide rules

State defaults apply everywhere in the state; cities and counties may add stricter local rules.

Issued by
Building Codes Division source: oregon.gov
Local changes allowed
Limited source: oregonlegislature.gov
Building code
2023 Oregon Residential Specialty Code source: oregonlegislature.gov

Shed

Exempt from a permit
Small accessory buildings are on the state's director-designated exempt-items list and do not require a permit or fee under the state building code. source: oregonlegislature.gov

Roof

Exempt from a permit
Replacement or repair of roofing is on the state's director-designated exempt-items list and does not require a permit or fee under the state building code. source: oregonlegislature.gov

Driveway

Exempt from a permit
Driveways are on the state's director-designated exempt-items list and do not require a permit or fee under the state building code. source: oregonlegislature.gov

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