Planning Department

The Planning Department handles daily administration of the Zoning and Development Code relating to all land use development such as subdivisions, residential, commercial and industrial buildings, fence permits, sign permits and new businesses, as well as long range planning activities. Planning staff work with citizens and businesses on land use issues in an attempt to promote area growth while at the same time preserving and enhancing the beauty and natural resources of our community.

The Planning Department is also responsible for issuance of Business Licenses.  All businesses located within the City are required to obtain a business license, renewable in January of every year.

For printable forms please click below. (you will need Adobe® Acrobat Reader):

Zoning Permit Application

Conditional Use Permit Application

Variance Application

Boundary Line Adjustment Application

Business License Application

Milton-Freewater has several locations for new commercial and industrial sites within the city limits. The Community Profile details specific aspects to help business determine the suitability for their business location in Milton-Freewater. See Ten Good Reasons to locate in Milton-Freewater

Location:

• Second floor of City Hall, 722 S. Main Street.

Planning Department Staff Directory

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission meets the 1st Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. with a study session at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chambers located in the Albee Room at the Library, 8 SW 8th Ave.

Questions? Phone (541)938-8234 or e-mail gina.hartzheim@milton-freewater-or.gov.

Building Inspection

The Building Inspection Department provides for abatement or repair of dilapidated or defective buildings which endanger life, health, property or public safety and is a pro-active approach to enforce the Housing Code and Abatement of Dangerous Building Codes.

Building Inspection/Housing Code questions or concerns: Phone (541)938-8237 or e-mail pat.didion@milton-freewater-or.gov.