Board adopts updated building‑permit fee schedule tied to Portland permitting rates

The Multnomah County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution establishing building permit fees, including electrical, plumbing and mechanical permits, pursuant to Chapter 29 of the Multnomah County Code. The fee schedule before the board reflects the City of Portland’s fiscal year 2026 fees for permitting services, which the City administers for unincorporated areas of West County and certain urban pockets. County staff said most fees in the Portland permit service area are increasing by roughly 5% to support the city’s objective of full cost recovery for permitting services.