Building Division

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Building Plans, Roll Plans

Any new construction or any addition, alteration, or repair to an existing building requires a building permit. Wiring, plumbing, and mechanical installations such as furnaces and wood stoves also require the issuance of appropriate permits before the work is performed. Once work is underway, permit holders are required to call for an inspection of the work at various stages of the project.

The Building Division issues permits and performs inspections for all of unincorporated Lincoln County and for the cities of Depoe Bay, Siletz, Toledo, Waldport, and Yachats.

If you are planning new construction, or remodeling work on an existing building, please contact the Building Division to determine the appropriate permits that will be required for your project. See how to apply for permits, requirements for building plans, and required inspections.

E Permitting Log, State of Oregon with E through it and Permitting Banner below

Oregon E-Permitting

Oregon E-Permitting allows Contractors to view development, apply for permits, schedule inspections and review supporting documents. It also allows the public to review issued permits, inspections, documents and pay most fees. When searching, the public does not need to create a log in to view permits.


When applying for a building application you will need to apply through Oregon E-Permitting. Afterwards, a member of Planning will reach out to you. 

Please use this link to access the public portal: Oregon E-Permitting. Homeowners applying online for permits, please use this link for a step-by-step process: Step by Step E-permitting Process for Homeowners 

Homeowner Video Overview


Please be advised that effective June 2, 2025, our building permit process will undergo important changes. Going forward, all building permit applications will begin with the planning phase for the "Zoning Clearance" review. For more information on this transition, please read this Notice from the Lincoln County Building Official.


Click the links below to learn how to navigate the building permit application process:



1. HAVE YOU RECEIVED ZONING/ONSITE APPROVAL?

2. HOW TO APPLY FOR A BUILDING PERMIT

The link above is our comprehensive step-by-step guide to help customers navigate the submittal and review process for building permit applications in the unincorporated part of Lincoln County- please read this document first. 

3. READY TO APPLY? BEGIN HERE!

The link above directs you to the Planning Division webpage titled "Zoning Clearance for Building Permits", which is the first step for applying for a building permit application.