City of Independence forms are now available to complete online for your convenience.
Online forms can be filled out and submitted directly through our website or connected online portals, helping to reduce processing time and paperwork.
Some forms may still be available as downloadable documents that can be completed and returned as instructed on the form. As we continue transitioning more services to fully digital formats, additional forms will be added to our online system.
If you are unable to complete a form online or require a paper copy, please contact us by email and we will be happy to provide one.
Payments can be made at this time by calling 503-838-1212 or stopping by City Hall during open office hours of Monday – Thursday 7:30 am – 5:30 pm (closed holidays). IPD open hours are Monday – Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm (closed from 11:30 – 12:30 for lunch and holidays) You can also mail a check written to ‘City of Independence’ to 555 S. Main St. P.O. Box 7, Independence OR. 97351 (we will not process your application until check is received).
What permit do I need?
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A $35 fee is required for this permit.
Payments can be made by phone at 503-838-1212 or in person at City Hall, located at 555 S. Main Street, Independence, OR 97351. City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on holidays.
A project fee is required for this permit.
Payments can be made by check written to 'City of Independence' and mailed to 555 S. Main St. P.O. Box 7, Independence OR. 97351. Please put in the subject line the address and what the payment is for.
Construction Work Hours:
Residential Zoned Property: Monday - Friday 7:00 am to 6:00 pmย ย No work on Saturday, Sunday, or Holiday
Commercial/Industrial Zoned Property: Monday - Friday 7:00 am - 7:00 pmย No work on Saturday, Sunday, or Holiday
NOTE: Permission to work outside of hours listed above must be requested in writing at least 96 hours in
advance and approved by the Public Works Director.
No noise originating from construction vehicles, personal vehicles, construction activities, demolition,
and/or grading outside of hours listed above, and any time on Saturday, Sunday or Holiday without the
written consent of the Building Official or Public Works Director will be subject to citation.
A $300 fee is required for this permit.
Payments can be made by phone at 503-838-1212 or in person at City Hall, located at 555 S. Main Street, Independence, OR 97351. City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on holidays.
A $60 notice fee is required for this permit and other associated fees.
Payments can be made by phone at 503-838-1212 or in person at City Hall, located at 555 S. Main Street, Independence, OR 97351. City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on holidays.
Please complete theย Agreement for Payment of Land Use Application Fees(PDF)ย and email the completed form toย fevander@ci.independence.or.us.
Multiple signatures are required; a link to collect additional signatures will be provided after submission.
A fee is required for this permit. Initial Application: $25ย ย Annual Renewal: $15
*Exempt Businesses (home based, non profit or charitable, educational organizations): No Fee
Payments can be made by phone at 503-838-1212 or in person at City Hall, located at 555 S. Main Street, Independence, OR 97351. City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on holidays.
All Businesses operating within the City, unless specifically exempt, are required to register their business(es)ย per ordinance Sec 8-1: Business Registration.
A new application fee of $100 is required for this permit.
Payments can be made by phone at 503-838-1212 or in person at City Hall, located at 555 S. Main Street, Independence, OR 97351. City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on holidays.
This must be submitted in addition to the application provided by the State.
A fee is required for this permit.
Marijuana Retailers/Dispensaries:ย New: $500ย ย Annual Renewal: $300
Marijuana Wholesalers/Manufacturers/Processors: Actual processing costs/$1,000 depositย ย Annual Renewal: $1,000
Payments can be made by phone at 503-838-1212 or in person at City Hall, located at 555 S. Main Street, Independence, OR 97351. City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on holidays.
A $35 fee is required for this permit.
Payments can be made by phone at 503-838-1212 or in person at City Hall, located at 555 S. Main Street, Independence, OR 97351. City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on holidays.
A fee is required for this permit.ย Individual Solicitor/Peddler $25ย ย Peddlers Crew License $50 (+ $5 per each solicitor/peddler)
Payments can be made by phone at 503-838-1212 or in person at City Hall, located at 555 S. Main Street, Independence, OR 97351. City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on holidays.
A fee is required for this permit.ย New Business: $100ย ย Renewal $35
Payments can be made by phone at 503-838-1212 or in person at City Hall, located at 555 S. Main Street, Independence, OR 97351. City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on holidays.
This application includes a $5 upfront fee and may require other associated fees. For additional information, please contact theย Independence Police Department at 503-838-1214 or ipd.intake@ci.independence.or.us.
IPD is open Monday - Fridayย 8:00 am - 5:00 pm. Closed from 11:30 - 12:30 for lunch and closed holidays
Phone ID REQUIRED and applicant must be at least 14 years of age.
A $165 fee is required for this permit.
Payments can be made by phone at 503-838-1212 or in person at City Hall, located at 555 S. Main Street, Independence, OR 97351. City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on holidays.
A fee is required for this permit. Please call City Hall for current fee schedule.
Payments can be made by phone at 503-838-1212 or in person at City Hall, located at 555 S. Main Street, Independence, OR 97351. City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on holidays.
A $220 fee is required for this permit.
Payments can be made by phone at 503-838-1212 or in person at City Hall, located at 555 S. Main Street, Independence, OR 97351. City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on holidays.
Please complete the Agreement for Payment of Land Use Application Fees and email the completed form to fevander@ci.independence.or.us.
Multiple signatures are required; a link to collect additional signatures will be provided after submission.
A $60 notice fee is required for this permit and may require other associated fees.
Payments can be made by phone at 503-838-1212 or in person at City Hall, located at 555 S. Main Street, Independence, OR 97351. City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on holidays.
Please complete theย Agreement for Payment of Land Use Application Feesย and email the completed form toย fevander@ci.independence.or.us.
Multiple signatures are required; a link to collect additional signatures will be provided after submission.
Refer to the Required Submittals Checklist and General Information pages before submitting your application.
A $60 notice fee is required for this permit and other associated fees.
Payments can be made by phone at 503-838-1212 or in person at City Hall, located at 555 S. Main Street, Independence, OR 97351. City Hall hours are Monday through Thursday, 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., and closed on holidays.
Please complete theย Agreement for Payment of Land Use Application Fees(PDF)ย and email the completed form toย fevander@ci.independence.or.us.
Multiple signatures are required; a link to collect additional signatures will be provided after submission.
