Homeowner guides
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Permits
When a shop or pole building needs a permit in Oregon, how the agricultural exemption under ORS 455.315 actually works, and why "ag-exempt" gets misused.
Updated September 23, 2026
Hiring a contractor
A plain guide to comparing contractor bids in Clackamas County and the Portland metro — check the CCB license, verify the bond, and read the scope of work, not just the total.
Updated September 23, 2026
Hiring a contractor
Step-by-step guide to searching search.ccb.state.or.us — what license status, bond, and insurance mean, and the red flags to watch for.
Updated September 23, 2026
Permits
Clackamas County deck permit rules explained — the 30-inch height threshold, setbacks from septic systems, and who actually pulls the permit.
Updated September 23, 2026
Hiring a contractor
Steps to take when a contractor goes silent mid-project in Oregon — including the CCB pre-complaint notice, complaint time limits, and bond claim basics.
Updated September 23, 2026