Curb cuts for trash rooms, bike rooms, or other uses are not permitted. PBOT has multiple rules that impact the design of driveways. These include:. Title The application of some driveway standards depend on the street classification as defined in the Transportation System Plan.
The standards of In the case of right-of-way managed by another jurisdiction i. In Portland, installing or changing a driveway always requires a permit , even if the driveway will access an alley, a gravel street, or a right-of-way that is not currently passable.
Construction or repair of a driveway in the public right-of-way ROW will require a Minor Improvement Permit or a Public Works Permit, depending on the scope of the project. Typically, the portion of a driveway that crosses the sidewalk and connects to the street is in the public right-of-way see Figure 1.
The necessary City permits can be obtained together online via the Development Hub , though fees will be assessed for each permit and separate inspections will be required for the private and public portions of your driveway project.
Other agencies may also need to permit the work depending on the scope of the project. For example, if a utility pole needs to be relocated to accommodate the driveway, you will need to contact the utility provider who owns the pole. PBOT places high importance on the safety and movement of pedestrians and bicyclists. Because a driveway may require a vehicle to cross over sidewalks, bike lanes, or transit lanes, it is a source of conflict, raising safety concerns.
