How long does a Portland BDS residential permit take to issue?
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Short answer
Simple trade permits (like-for-like water heater, minor electrical): 1-3 days online through DevHub. Standard BDS plan review for kitchen/bath with plumbing, electrical, or mechanical moves: 6-14 weeks. Additions and substantial structural work: 12-22 weeks. Projects triggering Historic Landmarks Commission review, Tree Preservation, or Stormwater Manager sign-off: add 4-16 weeks of parallel review.
In detail
Simple trade permits (like-for-like water heater, minor electrical): 1-3 days online through DevHub. Standard BDS plan review for kitchen/bath with plumbing, electrical, or mechanical moves: 6-14 weeks. Additions and substantial structural work: 12-22 weeks. Projects triggering Historic Landmarks Commission review, Tree Preservation, or Stormwater Manager sign-off: add 4-16 weeks of parallel review.
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