**In an effort to prevent the spread of COVID-19, the Community Development Department’s front desk is currently closed to the public, but we are still here to assist you! All building permit and land use applications are being accepted electronically for processing. Application forms can be downloaded from www.ashland.or.us/comdevpermits and submitted directly to staff for review. Please contact us for instructions on how to submit your application:  #541-488-5305 / building@ashland.or.us / planning@ashland.or.us. We look forward to hearing from you!**
 

State of Oregon Online Permits

Contractors doing work in the City of Ashland can obtain non-plan review, residential electrical, plumbing, and mechanical permits online using the State's ePermitting website: http://www.oregon-epermitting.info/

Permits & Forms

Permits are required for any new construction and alterations and additions to existing buildings, including structural, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, manufactured dwelling, boiler, and elevator work. However, there are some exceptions to permit requirements. If you aren't sure whether or not you need a permit, please call the Community Development Department at (541) 488-5305.

• Alternate Materials and/or Methods Application
• Building Permit - Commercial (Submittal Requirements)
• Building Permit - Residential (Submittal Requirements)
• Commercial Mechanical HVAC Equipment Checklist
• Deferred Submittal Form
• Demolition/Relocation Application Packet
• Electrical Permit Application
• Excavation Permit (Submittal Requirements)
• Fence Construction Information
• High Efficiency Lighting & Wood Framing Moisture Content 
• Home Occupation Permit Application
• Mechanical Permit Application
• Over-the-Counter Permit (Submittal Requirements)
• Phased Permit Application
• Photovoltaic Permit Application & Instructions
• Plumbing Permit Application
• Pre-Application Conference Application
• Residential Energy Code Checklist - Additions
• Residential Energy Code Checklist - New Construction
• Restricted Energy Electrical Permit Application
• Sign Permit Application
• Special Inspection Agreement Form
• Street Tree Removal Permit
• Structural Permit Application
• Zoning Permit Application

Fees

• Building Permit Fee Schedule
• Community Development/Planning Services Fee Schedule
• Construction Excise Tax
• Misc Fees and Charges Book
• Systems Development Charges (Commercial/Residential)

All Community Development permits can be applied for at the Community Development front counter, located at 51 Winburn Way, just off the plaza next to Lithia Park. For questions regarding planning permits or other development related issues, please contact the Community Development Department at (541) 488-5305.