While the City enforces all ordinances, the code enforcement function targets those that relate to safety and community appearance. Communities that protect the safety, health, and general welfare of its citizens through an aggressive code enforcement process are among the best communities in the country.
code of ordinances
The Portland Code of Ordinances contain a number of sections that describe the responsibilities of citizens in keeping Portland a safe and attractive community. City of Portland Code of Ordinances
The most frequent questions are about code enforcement related to buildings and miscellaneous offenses.