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Building Services

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The Building Division works to maintain the health and safety of the Tigard community by ensuring property owners, developers, and trade workers comply with state and local building codes. The division is managed by the Building Official and is comprised of plans examiners, building inspectors, permit technicians, and support staff.

The Building Division reviews and issues building permits for residential and commercial building projects, including new construction, interior remodels, additions, and demolitions. The division also reviews and issues trade permits for plumbing, electrical, mechanical, fire protection, and solar installation work.

Address Requirement:

  • If your project will create the need for new or modified street addresses or commercial suite numbers, you must submit an Address Application with the required documentation and fee. The new addresses or suite numbers must be active in the system before the city can accept your building permit application.

Helpful Links: 

Online Building Permit Applications Coming Soon! 
The city is continuing to enhance and improve the new online permitting, planning, and licensing system. On Tuesday, December 16, 2025, you’ll be able to submit all Building permit applications through our Community Development Hub.

  • Visit our Community Development Hub to access the following services online:
    • Apply for simple trade permits
    • Check the status of a permit or search permit records
    • Request inspections
    • Pay invoices
Did you know that your postal address may not accurately reflect your city of residence? While frustrating, this is not uncommon. If you’re a registered voter, your ballot is a better indicator. If your ballot includes City of Tigard candidates or measures, you live in Tigard even if your postal address says otherwise. If your ballot doesn’t include City of Tigard candidates or measures, then you either live in another city or an unincorporated area.

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