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Do I need a permit for residential demolition in Tigard?

Permit likely required

Most likely yes. Residential demolition usually requires a permit in Oregon. Confirm the specifics with Tigard.

Oregon DEQ requires an asbestos survey by an accredited inspector before demolishing any residential building built before Jan. 1, 2004, and a copy of the survey report must be on site during the work (OAR 340-248-0270). The owner-occupant exemption that applies to a homeowner's own renovation does not apply to demolition: friable asbestos must be removed by a DEQ-licensed abatement contractor before demolition, and nonfriable removal requires a DEQ notification. Demolition is outside the statutory authority of the ORSC (R101.2.3.1), so whether a demolition permit is needed, and what it requires, is set by the city or county; confirm with the local building or planning office.

Documents you may need

  • Asbestos survey report by an accredited inspector for a residence built before Jan. 1, 2004Required
  • Local demolition permit applicationLikely required
  • Utility disconnect confirmations (electric, gas, water)Sometimes required
  • Sewer or septic capping approvalSometimes required
  • Site plan showing the structure to be removedSometimes required

Possible inspections

  • Sewer cap or utility termination inspection where required locally
  • Final site inspection where a demolition permit is issued

Frequently asked questions

Do I need a permit for residential demolition in Tigard?
Most likely yes. Residential demolition usually requires a permit in Oregon. Confirm the specifics with Tigard. The documents and inspections sections on this page list what the building department typically asks for.
Who issues the permit in Tigard?
The local building department for Tigard handles permitting. This page lists its contact details and online portal. Your mailing city is not always the permitting authority, so confirm the jurisdiction before you apply.
How do I find out the exact requirements for my project?
Run the free PermitRoadmap check for your specific project and answers. It returns the likely permits, documents, inspections, and next steps, each linked to its official source.

PermitRoadmap is an independent informational service and is not affiliated with any city, county, state agency, or permitting authority. Results are informational and do not replace confirming requirements with the local permitting authority.