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Building Division
The Building Division administers and enforces the Oregon State Building, Mechanical, Plumbing and Electrical codes and the fire, life and safety codes within the City's jurisdiction, including the urbanizing area. In addition, the Building Division is responsible for enforcement of the Uniform Housing Code and the Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings.
Duties
The Building Division reviews all plans submitted for building permits, and performs all required inspections throughout construction. The City of Grants Pass Building Division consists of a Building Official, Ken Sandlin, and two inspectors / plan reviewers.
Goal
The Building Division's goal is to participate in the creation of a community where people can live safely, comfortably, and economically.
Permits Protect
Whether you are a homeowner or contractor, please visit the State of Oregon's informational document Commonly Asked Questions about Permits (PDF) to learn why you need a permit, how to get one and other useful resources.
Online Structural Permits
Please complete the online application below. The Building Division will be notified of your submission. PDF forms are available ONLY if the online system is unavailable.
The Building Division will be notified of your submission. Applications will be processed the first business day after it is received, or within 24 hours if received during regular business hours. We will then contact you to let you know that the permit is ready for you to upload your documents and pay your Plan Review Fee.
Complete and submit the form
- Accessory Dwelling Unit Example of Permit Fees and Charges (PDF)
- Electrical Permit Application (PDF)
- Inspection Requests (E-Permitting)
- Mechanical Permit Application (PDF)
- Permit Authorization Form (PDF) - required when the property owner or agent is authorizing a second party to perform a permit application and signing.
- Plumbing Permit Application (PDF)
- Residential Interior Remodel Checklist (PDF)
- Residential Addition Checklist (PDF)
- Residential Application Checklist - New Plans (PDF)
Contact Us
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Joelen Wood
101 NW A Street
Room 202
Grants Pass, OR 97526
Ph: 541-450-6060Building Plan Submittal Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m. - 10 a.m., 2 p.m. - 4 p.m.Building Inspector Consultation Hours
Monday - Friday
8 a.m.- 10 a.m.Building Inspection Requests
Call one business day prior to the inspection. Use Online E-Permitting to manage inspections, permits, invoices, and payments.