Facility Permit Program (FPP) FAQ

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Facility Permit Program applications and forms

Fire bureau applications

Application for Permit to Install Fire Alarm System ↗

Application for Permit to Install Fixed System ↗

Application for Permit to Install Sprinkler System ↗

Application to Install or Remove Tanks, Cylinders & Equipment ↗

Water bureau form

Portland Water Bureau W-4 form ↗

Trade permit applications

Customer and building list

Allowed or not allowed through FPP

Allowed

• Maintenance and Repair;
• Major Tenant Improvements and Remodels; Alteration or renovation of existing tenant spaces;
• Creation of new tenant spaces within the existing building shell;
• Changes in the use of existing space, within an occupancy classification;
• Occupancy changes that do not create a greater overall relative hazard category determination;
• Addition or alteration of mechanical, plumbing, and electrical services.

Not allowed

• Changes of occupancy that create a greater overall relative hazard category determination;
• Construction of new buildings;
• Additions that extend or increase the square footage of a building or structure;
• Electrical services;
• Feeders greater than 400 amps;
• Anything over 1,000 volts;
• Sign Permits;
• Photovoltaic systems;
• Minor Labels or other alternative permitting and inspection programs within FPP Buildings;
• Any work deemed by the FPP staff to be better suited to the standard review process, or beyond the scope of the program.

FPP participant responsibilities

While FPP tries to keep projects moving forward in a timely manner, there are certain responsibilities for FPP Participants to be aware of:

• Pre-review and communicate all planned work to the Inspection Team; (FPP Intake Form)
• Be the primary contact with the FPP Inspection Team;
• Assure that all work installed complies with the registration guidelines outlined in the FPP program guide ↗;
• Maintain records and verify the accuracy of all plan submittals.
• Maintain and ensure the return of required records (logs) of all Master Permit Program work;
• Monitor the work, and when necessary, assist in resolving any project-related communication issues with the FPP Inspection Team;
• Ensure compliance with the requirements of other City Bureaus;
• Verify work is performed according to approved drawings;
• Ensure access to the facility for the Inspection Team;
• Remit payment within 30 days of the billing date and resolve any billing issues;
• Must notify FPP of any changes to building ownership and/or management company changes in a timely manner;
• Ensure permits receive final inspection approval;
• Keep your contact information up to date.