City of Astoria Oregon: Forms & Permits

The City of Astoria requires permits for activities that are performed within the City. All permits are designed to protect the City and public by ensuring that work is conducted in a safe manner and to City standards.

Please note: These permit forms are provided online for customer convenience and may also be picked up at City Hall. After completion, submit it to the department listed on the form for review and approval. Permits are not valid until approved by all authorized departments and required fees are paid. Click here to view the City Fee Schedule.

If you have any questions please contact the appropriate department.

Administration

Building Division
Building Permit Application

Contractors are to upload the completed Building Application Form below into their Oregon ePermitting application. Home owners are to email the completed Building Application form below to buildingdivision@astoria.or.us.

Incomplete applications will not be accepted for review; applications must be complete to be accepted for processing. Check the status of an accepted application by visiting Oregon ePermitting.

Current turn-around time is 3 - 6 months of 08/31/2023.

Building Permit Application

Community Development

Business

Retail Street Vendor
Sandwich Board Permit Application Sandwich board signs (A-frames) are allowed to be located on a City sidewalk with a yearly permit. Signs are limited to 8 square feet (2' x 4'), and only one sign is allowed at each location.
Sign Permit A Sign Permit is required for any sign installed. Signs include anything visible from the outside of a building or visible on the site. See the Sign brochure for more details.
Homestay Lodging Application and information.

Design Review

Historic Landmarks

Dr. Harvey Nomination Form
Historic Landmark Plaque Request Form The Planning Division provides Historic Landmarks plaques, free of charge, for anyone who wants to install one on their property. The property must be designated as historic either on the local historic register or the National Historic Register.
Certificate of Appropriateness (Type I)
Exterior Alteration Application Less Than 25k
Exterior Alteration Application More Than 25k
Historic Designation
Miscellaneous Review Wall Graphics HLC Part B
NEW CONSTRUCTION Adjacent to Historic

Land Division

Planning Commission

Miscellaneous

Pre-Application Form
Permit Extension Request
Flood Zone Permit Application
Satellite Dish Application
Solar Energy Application
Waiver or Extension of 120-day Rule
How to Organize a Neighborhood Association The Community Development Department assists neighborhoods with organizing neighborhood associations, and obtaining information on City meetings and upcoming projects. Contact the Department to see if your neighborhood has a representative at planning@astoria.or.us.

Finance

Parking

Police

Public Works
Permit Applications

Prior to submitting Public Works applications: If you have not satisfied Planning requirements for your project, reach out to the Planning Division at planning@astoria.or.us. Applications submitted without the required Planning approvals will be placed on hold until the Planning process is complete.

Completing your Public Works applications and plans: Please see the brochures below for assistance determining which Public Works applications are required for your project; contact us if you need assistance determining the required applications. Plans must meet the requirements of the City's Engineering Design Standards and Astoria Development Code; incomplete plans and applications will not be accepted for processing. Please visit the public GIS, Astoria City Code, Astoria Development Code, Fee Schedule, Engineering Design Standards and FAQ for additional guidance.

Submitting Public Works applications: Complete applications and plans must be emailed to engpermits@astoria.or.us or delivered to City Hall. Public Works applications cannot be submitted via Oregon ePermitting. Incomplete applications will not be accepted; applications must be completed to be accepted for processing.

Current Turn-Around Time: ~60 days from receipt of complete application and plans.

Public Works Applications

Grading & Erosion Control Permit Application (requires property owner signature or written authorization)
- Brochure: Do I Need a Grading & Erosion Control Permit?
- Reference: Astoria Development Code, Article 3, Erosion Control and Stormwater Management
  - Use GIS to verify if your property is in or near a documented landslide area: Public GIS

Right-of-Way Permit Application (includes driveway and sidewalk)
- Brochure: Do I Need a Public Works Permit?
- Reference: Engineering Design Standards
  - Use GIS to view approximate property lines: Public GIS

Utility Service Application (requires property owner signature or written authorization)
- Brochure: Do I Need to Complete a Utility Service Application?
- Reference:
  - Water Resolution No. 23-16 effective 7/1/23 (see Appendix A for water meter sizing table)
  - Sewer Resolution No. 23-17 effective 7/1/23
  - Engineering Design Standards
  - WSFU Worksheets: WSFU Calculator Residential or WSFU Calculator Public

Temporary Street Use and Sound Amplification Permit (for street, lane, parking space and/or sidewalk closure; noise)
- Reference: Astoria City Code § 5.025 (Unnecessary Noise)

Tree Cut Fell Permit Application
- Reference: Astoria City Code § 2.500 (Permit for Removing Trees from Unopened City Right-of-Way)

Public Works Construction Permit (private development of public improvements)
- Reference: Engineering Design Standards
- Requires engineer's construction cost estimate and performance bond

Utility Billing

Please note: If you are experiencing challenges paying your water/sewer bill, please contact the Water Department at (503) 338-5172 we can work with you regarding your account balance.