State of Oregon Codes and Standards

The division works to ensure the adopted codes and standards are accessible. Eight of the adopted specialty codes are available to read online. The remaining codes are comprised of multiple standards listed on the program pages.

Oregon codebooks online

Access amendments, errata, helpful tools, and additional information on the code program page.

Related codes and standards online

Code and Design Information

Electrical and Mechanical Seismic Bracing

The seismic design requirements of the Oregon Structural Specialty Code, Section 1621 requires that architectural, mechanical, electrical and nonstructural systems, components and elements permanently attached to structures, including supporting structures and attachments, and nonbuilding structures meet the requirements of Section 9.6 of ASCE 7.

SEISMICELECMECH.PDF (62.3kb)

The seismic design requirements of the 2005 Oregon Structural Specialty Code, Section 1621 requires that architectural, mechanical, electrical and nonstructural systems, components and elements permanently attached to structures, including supporting structures and attachments, and nonbuilding structures meet the requirements of Section 9.6 of ASCE 7.

Handout - Accessible (ADA) Parking

The attached parking figures supplement Chapter 11 of the 2014 OSSC. For required number of accessible parking spaces, see Section 1106 of the 2014 OSSC.

Handout - Accessible Parking Figures

Handout - Design Criteria

Downloadable PDF documents with design guidelines.  Design guidelines are separated into Commercial and Residential.

• COMMERCIAL DESIGN CRITERIA 2016.PDF (98.6kb)
• RESIDENTIAL DESIGN CRITERIA 2014.PDF (87.7kb)

Municipal Code

• Access the City of Medford Municipal Code

Suspended Ceiling Requirements

The attached file shows the suspended ceiling installation requirements within the City of Medford.

• SUSPENDED CEILING REQ.PDF (274.3kb)

All permit requests need to be submitted electronically with complete plans, specifications and other data as required. Plans and specifications must meet all the requirements of the State of Oregon International 1 and 2 Family Dwelling Code. Length of time varies according to work load, with the average review time being 4-6 weeks.

Check Application or Permit Status, Schedule or Cancel an Inspection (CLICK2GOV)

Building Permit Application - This is for project that include interior and exterior structural work.  Please note that the Residential Energy Checklist, Moisture Content Acknowledgement Form, Deferred Submittal Form (see below), and Phased Submittal Form (see below) need to be submitted with each application for new residential construction.
*PLEASE SAVE TO DESKTOP AND EMAIL*

Deferred Submittal Form

Demolition Permit Application

Electrical Permit Application

Fire Alarm/Sprinkler Application - Please see the submittal guidelines for plan requirements

F.O.G. (Fats, Oils, Grease) Permit Application

Grading, Excavation, and Underground Utilities

Letter of Authorization - This needs to be submitted with commercial project applications

Manufactured Home Installation Application

Mechanical Permit Application

Owner Release - This should be submitted with residential project applications if the applicant is anyone other than the owner of record for the property.

Phased Submittal Form

Plumbing Permit Application

Refund Request - Please use this form for all refund requests.  Please submit to the front counter at Building/Safety Department when completed.

Request to Energize Electrical Installation (Emergencies) - Medford City Limits ONLY.  In case of an emergency a supervising electrician may request to energize through the utility company using this form.

Reroof Permit

Revision Checklist - required to be submitted with commercial or residential plan revisions.

Solar Heating/Photovoltaic Systems - For design and submittal requirements click here

Tenant/Property Use Description Form - A

Tenant/Property Use Description Form - B

Business License Information and FAQ's  

Any person doing business in the Medford city limits is required to obtain a business license. Other regulatory licenses may be required depending on the type of business. more »

Business License Forms  

Commercial Location and Outside City Forms, Home Based Business Forms, New Address Forms for Commercial and Outside City Limits, New Address Forms for a Home Based Business, Sidewalk Vendor Permit Application Form. more »

New Business License Listings  

Find a list of recent business licenses in PDF format to open or download. more »

Online Business License Renewal  

Renew your City of Medford business license safely and securely online. more »

Business License Search  

Search a specific license and/or business owner. more »

The detailed municipality information displayed on this page is not a property of America's Building Records (ABR). This information is complied for your convenience from the municipality's official website. For the most up-to-date information please visit their official website.