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Do I need a permit for a water heater replacement in Portland, OR?

Short answer: Yes, a permit is required for a water heater replacement in Portland, OR.

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Yes. Replacing a water heater needs a plumbing permit.

Cost

Fee not extracted; see Portland Permitting & Development fees. Unverified, confirm locally

Fee source: https://www.portland.gov/ppd/residential-permitting/do-you-need-permit/residential-permits

Where to apply

Portland Permitting & Development (online permits)

Permitting authority: City of Portland Permitting & Development. Rules shown are for one- and two-family homes. Zoning rules apply even when no building permit is needed; overlay zones and flood hazard areas may add requirements. See also: how to apply for a building permit.

Official sources

“Replace a water heater”

Source: https://www.portland.gov/ppd/residential-permitting/residential-plumbing-permits

“Replace a water heater”

Source: https://www.portland.gov/ppd/residential-permitting/do-you-need-permit/residential-permits

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