Walk-in services to the Development Services Center have been temporarily suspended. Please contact us via phone or email. The Bureau of Development Services promotes safety, livability and economic vitality through efficient and collaborative application of building and development codes.
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The Portland Planning Bureau conducts research, analyzes data and fosters community collaboration. The bureau also administers legislative projects that support the city's business and industrial districts and long-range economic development goals. It conducts studies and assesses commercial land uses. In addition, the Portland Planning Bureau administers the District Liaison Program, which includes plan implementation and creation services. The bureau provides technical assistance services to the community on planning matters, such as land use, zoning and urban design. It additionally addresses various planning and development matters throughout the city. The Portland Planning Bureau maintains a location in Portland, Ore.
