Overnight Camping Permits

The City of Corvallis issues permits for temporary overnight camping in non-residential areas for groups or special events, and for the temporary use of microshelters. The City of Corvallis Community Development office receives and processes permit applications.

What is Overnight Camping?

The Corvallis Municipal Code allows the City Manager to issue a permit to groups or organizations seeking to allow temporary overnight camping in vehicles or microshelters. A permit allows a) four or fewer vehicles; b) four or fewer microshelters; or c) four or fewer vehicles and microshelters in combination.

Users must have the written permission of the owner of the property or person in charge of the property where the vehicles or microshelters will be located. The temporary lodging must meet a demonstrated community need and may not be located in a residential area. Permits are issued for up to 90 days.

Who Can Host Temporary Overnight Camping?

Temporary Overnight Camping is allowed on non-residential property. Potential hosts include businesses, faith-based organizations, educational institutions, healthcare providers, and industrial property owners.

Application and Inquiries

To find out more information regarding procedures, requirements and to obtain an application, please contact Community Development located at 501 SW Madison Ave or call (541) 766-6929, Monday through Friday 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM. The application form is available online below.