Home Occupation and Home Office
The City allows two types of home businesses: a home office or home occupation. A home office is more restrictive, but the review process is simple and easy and home occupations allow more intense uses, but also have a more extensive review process. Home occupations start with a meeting with the Planning Department staff followed by a home occupation request which is reviewed by a Hearings Officer at a public hearing with notice to neighbors. For additional information please contact the Planning Division at 503.783.3800 or [email protected].
Home Based Business
Home Occupation Permit
Q: How many children can I have at my daycare in a residential zone?
A: Daycares may have up to 16 children in a residential zone with a home office. A Conditional Use Permit is required for additional children to assure compatibility with the neighborhood.
Q: How many adults can I have at a residential care facility in a residential zone?
A: Residential care homes generally may have up to 5 people in a residential zone with a home office. Residential care facilities generally may have 6-15 people in a residential zone with a Conditional Use Permit. Generally, 16+ people is not allowed.
Q: Can I get a business license to do paperwork for auto sales at my home if the sales occur offsite?
A: No