Driveways in unincorporated Multnomah County that access county roads require an approach permit from Multnomah County Land Use and Transportation. Vehicles on private property must not block road access or drainage ditches.
Multnomah County Land Use and Transportation Division requires an approach permit for driveways accessing county-maintained roads. Driveway approaches must meet county road standards for sight distance, grade, and drainage. Vehicles parked on private property must not obstruct drainage ditches, county road rights-of-way, or emergency access. Contact Multnomah County Land Use and Transportation: 503-988-5050.
Sidewalk blocking: parking citation $50 to $200. Unpaved parking: code compliance notice. Unpermitted driveway work: stop-work order.
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