Plumbing Contractor Permit Requirements in Portland, OR

Complete permit and license guide for starting a plumbing contractor in Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon.

$1000 -- $3000 6–10 weeks to obtain all licenses and permits 6 requirements

Not legal advice. Requirements may change — always verify with your local government authority before applying. Last verified: .

Portland / Multnomah County Requirements

2 requirements
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City of Portland — Business License Tax Registration

All businesses operating in Portland must register with the City of Portland Revenue Division and obtain a Business License Tax registration. Plumbing contractors must register and pay the annual Business License Tax based on net business income.

$100 minimum annual tax (based on net income)1–5 days (online registration)
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City of Portland — Contractor Registration

Plumbing contractors must register with the City of Portland Bureau of Development Services (BDS) before pulling permits. The Oregon state CCB (Construction Contractors Board) registration number must be verified. No separate city plumbing contractor exam is required.

No additional fee (state CCB registration covers Portland)1–3 days
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Oregon State Requirements

3 requirements
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Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) Registration

All contractors in Oregon, including plumbing contractors, must register with the Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB). The CCB registration requires proof of general liability insurance ($500,000 minimum) and a surety bond ($20,000). Additionally, plumbing work in Oregon requires licensure through the Oregon Building Codes Division.

$325 biennial registration fee + $20,000 bond (~$200–$500/year premium)2–4 weeks
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Oregon Plumbing Contractor License (Building Codes Division)

In addition to CCB registration, plumbing contractors must obtain a Plumbing Contractor License from the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services, Building Codes Division. The qualifier must hold an Oregon Journeyman or Master Plumber license.

$300 biennial license fee2–4 weeks
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Oregon Business Entity Registration (if applicable)

LLCs and corporations must register with the Oregon Secretary of State.

$100 (LLC filing fee)1–3 business days (online filing)
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Federal Requirements

1 requirement
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EIN (Employer Identification Number)

Required if you have employees or operate as an LLC/corporation. Free from the IRS.

FreeImmediate (online application)
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