Demolition Permit

When is a Demolition Permit Needed?

A demolition permit is required to demolish a one- or two- family residential structure, including detached garages and accessory structures greater than 200 square feet. 

Who May Purchase this Permit?

A demolition permit may be purchased by the property owner or his/her authorized agent.  Demolition permit applications must include the name and signature of all property owners listed on the title, or include legal authorization for an agent to sign (i.e. power-of-attorney). 

What is the Review Process for a Demolition Permit?

The process for obtaining a demolition permit includes a mandatory 50-calendar day notification period that must be completed prior to demolishing any detached one- or two-family residential structure (including detached garages and accessory structures 200 square feet or greater.)  The process includes notification of the affected neighborhood association and other interested parties, and offering the structure for acquisition to interested parties.  More information can be found in Development Services Policy 1097.

The review of demolition permit applications for other types of structures (other than one- or two-family dwellings and residential accessory structures) does not require public notice, and generally is completed within one week of the date a complete application is submitted.

To sign up to receive email notification of demolition permit applications, go to Email Subscriptions | Corvallis Oregon, enter your email address, and make sure the "Demolition-Residential Notification" box is checked.

What is the Cost of the Permit?

Demolition permit fees can be found in the Development Services Fee Schedule.  A sewer cap fee and water cap fee of $50.00 each may also apply.  For additional information on permit fees, or to request an estimate, go to Permit Fees | Corvallis Oregon.

What’s Required?

Full application requirements can be found on the Demolition Permit Application. They are also summarized below.

1. Photographs of the structure to be demolished
2. Site Plan
3. Plumbing Permit Application (if capping sewer and/or water)
4. Completed SDC Worksheet
5. Erosion Prevention & Sediment Control Permit Application (required if the project will potentially disturb 2,000 sq. ft. or more ground surface)

How Do I Apply?

Apply online at www.corvallispermits.com. During the application process, you will be able to upload your completed Demolition Permit Application, along with plans, photos, and supporting documents. For more information on the application process, go to Apply for a Permit | Corvallis Oregon.

Additional Information

• In conjunction with the demolition, the applicant must identify the location of any associated underground storage tanks and describe the proposed steps to decommission the tanks. Development Services Procedure 3011 provides additional information about underground storage tanks.
• Asbestos materials may be present in buildings proposed for demolition. Information regarding the handling and disposal of materials that contain asbestos can be obtained by contacting the State DEQ at (800) 349-7677 or by visiting the web at https://www.oregon.gov/deq/Hazards-and-Cleanup/Pages/Asbestos-Information.aspx.
• The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency requires that renovation, repair and/or painting projects that disturb lead-based paint in pre-1978 homes, childcare facilities or schools must be performed by an EPA-certified Renovator working for an EPA-certified firm, and that specific work practices must be implemented to prevent lead contamination.  More information is available at 1-800-424-LEAD [5323] or https://www.epa.gov/lead. 
• The Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) regulates lead-based paint removal for contractors.  More information is available at http://www.oregon.gov/CCB/licensing/pages/lead-based-paint.aspx.