Planning Division
Staff is available Mon - Fri, 8AM - 5PM | Please call 541-278-6252 for assistance
PLANNER AVAILABILITY IS EXTREMELY LIMITED - APPOINTMENTS ARE HIGHLY ENCOURAGED
PRIORITY WILL BE GIVEN TO CUSTOMERS WHO MAKE APPOINTMENTS IN ADVANCE.
ALL APPLICATIONS ARE PROCESSED ON A FIRST COME FIRST SERVED BASIS.
BE AWARE OF POTENTIAL SCAMS
The Planning Division has recently become aware of an email-based scam targeting individuals who have submitted land use applications for review by the Umatilla County Planning Commission. These fraudulent emails attempt to receive payment under false pretenses.
Please be advised that the Umatilla County Planning Division will never request payment via wire transfer. If you receive an email requesting payment, confim it originated from Umatilla County Planning by calling our office at 541-278-6252.
I have a question about the permit process... Learn all about the process for developing property in Umatilla County; including a complete list of contact information for other agencies involved.
Planning Department Fee Schedule Please check with the Planning Department for any changes or additional fees.
* Electronic Applications are acceptable, however printing fees apply after the first six (6) pages at $.25/page.
* If you wish to pay by credit or debit, staff will email you a link to the payment portal.
Umatilla County Public Health
Submit a Land Use Compatibility Statement (LUCS) to start the review process for construction of a new septic system or repair to a failing system. Approval is also needed if you are reconnecting to an existing system or changing the waste flow by increasing the occupancy of a house or building. Umatilla County Public Health processes onsite septic system permits. Additional forms are available on the Public Health website.
Contact the Health Department at 541-278-6394 for more information about septic installation or repair permits.
State Building Codes Division
A Structural Permit Application from State Building Codes Division is required for all additions, new structures, placement of Manufactured Homes and plumbing, electrical and mechanical permits.
Contact the local Building Codes Division at 541-276-7814 for more information about structural permits.
Columbia Development Authority
For more information go to the Columbia Development Authority website
Contact Information
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Community Development
216 SE 4th Street, Room 104
Pendleton, OR 97801
541-278-6252
planning@umatillacounty.gov
Other Agency Links
Oregon Building Codes
DEQ
FEMA Flood Insurance Rate Maps
OSU Extension