County advances first reading to allow permitting fees for utilities under SB 1566

Oct 17, 2024

The board approved a first reading to amend county code to implement SB 1566, allowing certain utility permitting fees for right-of-way work with negotiated caps and exemptions; staff said implementation will require permit-software updates and is scheduled for the next fiscal year.

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Multnomah County held a first reading on Oct. 17, 2024 to add section 29.503e to the Multnomah County Code, a change intended to implement government-authorized fees under Senate Bill 1566 (2024) for certain utility work in the county right-of-way.

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