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Permit Fees

Fees

Development Services (DS) operates as a one-stop permit center. Permit fees for new construction projects typically fall into three categories.

System Development Charges (SDCs)

NOTICE: Please see System Development Charge (SDC) Update for proposed changes to our SDC methodology.

The Corvallis City Council has adopted legislation establishing system development charges (SDCs) for water, sewer, drainage (stormwater), streets, and parks services.  SDCs are updated annually to account for inflation and changes to the SDC project lists.

Code Compliance - Development Services

Code Compliance improves the quality of life in the City of Corvallis and promotes public health, safety and welfare of the community. Our staff work in partnership with community members through education, inspection and enforcement to obtain compliance with the City of Corvallis Municipal Code, Land Development Code, State and Local Building Codes, and Corvallis Livability Code.

Erosion Prevention & Sediment Control Program

The City of Corvallis' Erosion Prevention and Sediment Control (EPSC) program has been developed to comply with a number of Federal, State and City regulations and citizen’s concerns to minimize the impact of development activities on local waterways, adjacent properties, streets and storm infrastructure.

Floodplain Development

When developing or building within a natural hazard areas, it is important to take precautions and build in compliance with local codes, building codes, and FEMA regulations in order to protect your investment and your life. Responsible construction saves lives.

A Floodplain Development Permit (FLD) is required for any work conducted within the 100-yr Floodplain boundary. 

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License Applications

The City of Corvallis requires licenses for liquor, tobacco and social gaming in addition to a Used Merchandise license for pawnbrokers, precious metals dealers, gems and coins dealers, used merchandise dealers, and scrap metal dealers.

License applications are listed below. Depending on the type of license, applicants may be asked to return their completed application to one of several City departments for processing. For more information about liquor, social gaming and used merchandise license applications, contact the Police Department at 541-766-6526.

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