Medford Building Department | Permits, Inspections & Contact

The City of Medford Building Safety Department provides residential and commercial plan review, permits, inspections, and building-code enforcement within Medford city limits. Jackson County Development Services handles county-jurisdiction property separately; a Medford mailing address outside the city boundary should be checked with the county.

Medford building permits and plan review

Medford’s official permit guidance covers commercial, residential, demolition, plumbing, mechanical, electrical, and manufactured-home applications. The city recommends checking with Planning first for setbacks, zoning, and whether the proposed use is appropriate for the property. Residential permit issuance is commonly described as a shorter process than commercial review, but the actual timeline depends on a complete submittal and project complexity.

Use the Development Services Portal to pay fees, review plan status, and manage inspection activity. Commercial work may require planning, fire and life-safety, site, or other approvals in addition to the building permit.

Inspections, code compliance, and certificates of occupancy

Medford requires the permit holder to request inspections when work is complete, accessible, and ready for review. Requests can be made through the online portal, by phone at 541-774-2350, or by text instructions published by the city. Calls received by 7 a.m. can be scheduled for the same day when availability allows, and some residential inspection types may qualify for remote virtual inspection.

For commercial projects, Medford’s Development Services guidance identifies the Certificate of Occupancy as the final inspection step before opening. Do not occupy or change a building’s use until the city confirms the required approvals and occupancy documentation.

Official contact information

Medford Building Safety lists 200 S. Ivy Street, Medford, Oregon 97501, with 541-774-2350 and building@cityofmedford.org. Planning questions use 541-774-2380. Use Jackson County Development Services when the property is outside Medford city limits.