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Important Notice
Hillsboro City Council enacted a 120-day land use moratorium on submittals of new data center and battery energy storage system applications on July 27 at 12:21 pm. Learn more.
Making Great Projects Happen
Building a thriving, connected, and resilient community requires projects that move from vision to reality. Through the OpenHillsboro: Development & Permit Center, the City is committed to providing exceptional customer service, fostering collaboration, and creating a predictable development process that supports investment and helps build a strong, vibrant community.
Getting Started
The City of Hillsboro offers a variety of tools and resources to help you understand permit requirements, estimate costs, scope your project, and navigate the process with confidence.
Visit the OpenHillsboro User Guide for additional instructions and information.
OpenHillsboro Tools:
- Permit Portal (Accela Citizen Access - ACA): Submit & track applications, pay fees, and more
- Inspection Scheduler: Schedule inspections for your project
- Open Counter: Scoping and estimation tool
- ProjectDox: Upload documents and plans
We are here to help!
Staff are available to answer your questions Monday through Friday, from 8 am to 5 pm via email, phone, or in person. Appointments are not required. Walk-ins are always welcome.
Contact us: Email our Development & Permitting Team| 503-681-6153
Visit us: Hillsboro Civic Center, 150 E Main Street on the Fourth Floor
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