Building Permits: Homeowners

The City of Dallas Building Division staff is here to help determine if a permit is required, and to help through the entire permit and building process.  The City utilizes the State of Oregon ePermitting program to pull permits, upload plans and documents, pay for permits, track permit progress, and to schedule inspections. 

The following Residential Permit Types are available: 

• Residential 1 & 2 Fam Dwelling (New Only) Limited-DWL        (Single Family Residence-SFR, Duplex, and Accessory Dwelling Unit-ADU) 
• Residential Structural-STR                                                        (Additions, Remodels, Alterations, Repairs)
• Residential Mechanical-MECH                                                  (Heaters, Air Conditioners, Heat Pumps, Ventilation, Water Heaters)
• Residential Plumbing-PLM                                                        (Fixtures, Gas Water Heaters, Backflow Devices)
• Manufactured Home Placement-MFD                                       (Placement only)

Note: Residential Dwelling permits are inclusive, which include the structural, mechanical and plumbing and backflow fees. 

Residential permits can be pulled by either a licensed contractor or the property owner(s). Please be advised that paper applications are not provided.  If a property owner is doing their own work, an Information Notice to Owners about Construction Responsibilities must be submitted. 

Electrical Permits are handled through the Polk County jurisdiction via Oregon ePermitting or by contacting Polk County Community Development at 503.623.9237.

City Building Division staff is here to assist you with additional building and planning information, or for questions about your permit:

• Permit Technician Laurie Roberts at 503.831.3574 or laurie.roberts@dallasor.gov
• Building Inspector David Wilson at 503.831.3567 or david.wilson@dallasor.gov
• Building Inspector Chris Reichelt at 503.831.3572 or chris.reichelt@dallasor.gov
• Building Official Troy Skinner at 503.831.3573 or troy.skinner@dallasor.gov

Oregon ePermitting provides assistance if you need help registering or managing your ePermitting account or attaching a license, and offers instructions. 

Refer to Using Oregon ePermitting - GETTING STARTED for step by step instructions.

Monday-Friday 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (Closed major holidays.)

Help Desk 503-373-7396 or 800-442-7457 or email: Oregon.ePermitting@dcbs.oregon.gov