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Home Business in Tigard, OR (2026)

3 verified home business rules for Tigard, Oregon, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

Verified from official government sources

Zoning Restrictions

Home occupations are permitted in Tigard residential zones subject to the Type I or Type II home occupation permit standards in the Tigard Community Development Code, Chapter 18.760. Use is limited to the principal occupant of the dwelling, must be operated entirely within the dwelling or a conforming accessory structure, and may use no more than 25 percent of the combined floor area or 528 square feet, whichever is smaller. Supplier deliveries are capped at 3 per week. Type II permits, which allow expanded customer or employee activity, are processed under the Type II land use review procedure in CDC 18.710.060.

Tigard Home Occupations Permitted in Residential Zones with Type I or Type II Permit (CDC Chapter 18.760)

Some Restrictions

Signage Rules

Type I home occupations may not have any exterior signage. Type II home occupations are allowed one non-illuminated sign not exceeding 1.5 square feet, which may be attached to the residence, an accessory structure, or placed in a window.

Tigard Home Business Signage Rules

Some Restrictions

Customer Traffic Restrictions

Type I home occupations prohibit outside employees and limit activity to household members. Type II allows one outside employee and limited client visits. All home occupations must not be detrimental or disruptive to neighboring properties.

Tigard Home Business Customer Traffic Rules

Some Restrictions

Looking for Washington County county-wide rules?

County ordinances apply to unincorporated areas and may supplement Tigard city rules.

Home Business in Washington County