| Updated: |
12/12/2008 |
| Description: |
This permit is required prior to performing any type of electrical work to a residential or commercial building. There are separate applications for the Electrical Permit and the Limited Renewable Energy Permit. The Limited Renewable Energy system Permits.
- 5 kva or less
- 5.01 - 15 kva
- 15.01 - 25 kva
Jurisdiction - Usually the administration of the building code, and permit and inspection services are accomplished by the local cities and counties. In some counties, it is accomplished by the State Building Codes Division. You can determine which jurisdiction administers the building code, and permit and inspection services for the area you are interested in at the Jurisdiction Information webpage. |
| Statutes, Rules, Ordinances: |
ORS 479
OAR 918-309
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| Duration: |
180 days |
| Fees - application, exam, etc.: |
Depends on the type of work you will be doing. A 1,200 sq ft home averages a fee of $250. |
| Responsible Agency: |
BCD - Permits |
| Bonding Requirements: |
CCB, Bond & Insurance Requirements pages 11 & 12 |
| Insurance Requirements: |
CCB, Bond & Insurance Requirements pages 11 & 12 |
| Prerequisites: |
Be the property owner doing the work on your primary residence, or a property owner hiring a licensed contractor or be a licensed contractor who is licensed with Building Codes and CCB or LCB. |
| Application Form: |
Electrical Permit Application |
| Service Links: |
 Do I Need an Electrical Permit
 License Holder Search
 BuildingPermits.Oregon.gov
 Electrical Permit Application - select appropriate office form #2584
Renewable Electrical application - select office- form #2933
Agency Contact Information
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| Required Documentation: |
Licensed contractor will need to show proof of license. In some cases, you may need 2 sets of plans for a plan review. |
| Additional Information: |
If new construction, zoning approval must be provided by 10 days after first inspection. If you work without an Electrical Permit, you can be fined up to $1,000 a day.
Please see permits protect site |
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Agency Information
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Please refer to the Agency Website for further details and additional information.
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| Agency Name: |
BCD - Permits |
| E-mail Address: |
BCD.License@state.or.us
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| Phone: |
503-378-4133
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| Mail Address: |
DCBS - Building Codes Division
PO BOX 14470
Salem, OR 97309
- 0404
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| Website Information: |
http://www.bcd.oregon.gov/permits.html |
