Community Development Updates Building Division Permitting, Plan Review, And Inspection Procedures (Photo) -09/04/24

Benton County will begin accepting online plan reviews as required by House Bill (HB) 2415 on Jan. 1, 2025. HB 2415 ensures statewide consistency in electronic processes for reviewing plans, issuing permits, and performing field inspections.

Community members can currently upload plans for review on the State of Oregon’s website at: aca-oregon.accela.com/oregon. This option will also be made available on the County’s newly designed website on Jan. 1, 2025 at: cd.bentoncountyor.gov/building-division, which provides information about building permits, permit statuses, inspections, codes, zoning, and applications.

“Our department is pleased to provide this service online. The technology is far more efficient for both our customers and plans review process,” reported Interim Community Development Director Petra Schuetz.

The community can use the County's website to request commercial electrical inspections and plumbing inspections at: cd.bentoncountyor.gov/inspections, also a requirement of HB 2415.

• Commercial electrical inspections are performed on Wednesdays and Fridays and must be scheduled 24 hours ahead of time.
• Commercial plumbing inspections are performed on Fridays and must be scheduled 24 hours ahead of time.
• Inspection requests are accepted 24 hours per day online at: aca-oregon.accela.com/oregon or by phone at: 888-299-2821.
  • Inspections requested before 7:00 a.m. are conducted on the date requested when possible.
  • Inspection requests received after 7:00 a.m. will be accomplished the following day unless a later date is requested.

These significant upgrades reflect the County’s commitment to adhering to Oregon law, being innovative, and providing accessible services to the public. With enhanced functionalities, the site offers improved navigation, making it easier for users to find information, access services, and engage with the County online.

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