Non-Park Use Permit (NPUP) Application

Non-Park Use Permit (NPUP) Application

Please review the following important information:

Do not navigate away from this form before submitting all fields. If you leave this window while your application is in process, your work will not be saved and you will need to start over.

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NPUP application processing may take 4-6 weeks from submission.

Emergencies. If this work is needed for health and life safety, please inform NPUP.Parks@PortlandOregon.gov as soon as possible.

Fees and insurance are generally required to process your application.

Submission of an application for use of PP&R property does not guarantee that park land will be made available for the requested use.

Work authorized under an NPUP may require additional permits, including permits or authorizations required by other City bureaus. Please contact Portland Permitting & Development and Urban Forestry to determine if other permits are necessary.

NPUPs are not confidential. Any information submitted through this application is subject to public records requests.

NPUP Policies

Please read the Non-Park Use Permit policies and acknowledge below.

Acknowledgement*

I have read and acknowledge the Non-Park Use Permit policies. I understand that fees, including application and impact fees, may later be required to process this application and that application processing may take 4-6 weeks from submission.

Applicant Information

Applicant*

Legal name of the business or individual applying:

Applicant - Entity*

Select entity type from dropdown menu:

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Project or Utility Reference Number*

Provide any applicable internal project or utility reference numbers (e.g. M#):

Is the Applicant a City of Portland Bureau?*

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City Bureau

Select the correct City of Portland Bureau from the dropdown menu:

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Applicant Contact Name*

Name of the main contact person for the Applicant:

Applicant Email Address*

Email address for the main contact person for the Applicant:

Applicant Phone Number*

Phone number for the main contact person for the Applicant:

Phone

Applicant Mail Address*

Provide address including street, City, State, and Zip Code, and a billing address if different:

Person Authorized to Sign Binding Legal Documents*

Please enter the name for the person authorized to sign binding legal documents. This is either the applicant or a person authorized to sign on behalf of the applicant.

Authorized Signer Email Address*

Please enter the email address for the authorized signer above:

Contractor Information

Do you intend to use a contractor?*

Use the dropdown menu to provide information about whether you intend to use a contractor and when in the planning process you intend to involve them.

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Have you selected the contractor?*

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NPUP Prior to Contractor*

Is the NPUP needed prior to selecting a contractor?

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Requested NPUP Date*

Please indicate the requested date for the NPUP for contractor purposes.

Company Name*

Enter the name of the contractor you intend to use:

Contractor Contact Name*

Name of the main contact person for the Contractor:

Contractor Email*

Email address for the main contact person for the Contractor:

Contractor Phone Number*

Phone number for the main contact person for the Contractor:

Phone

Contractor Mail Address*

Provide address including street, City, State, and Zip Code:

Person Authorized to Sign Binding Legal Documents*

Please enter the name for the person authorized to sign an agreement on behalf of the Contractor. This person must be authorized to sign on behalf of the contracted business.

Authorized Signer Email Address*

Please enter the email address for the authorized signer above:

Other Contact Information

Other Contacts*

Do you have other contacts such as a project manager that you would like to have included in communications about this permit?

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Other Contacts Name, Title, and Email*

Please provide the name, title, and email address for any other contacts you would like to have included in communications about this permit.

Location Information

Park Name*

Select a park name or PP&R property from the dropdown menu. If you do not see the correct property on this list, type the park or property name in the field below and press enter. You may also select "Multiple Sites" when the requested work will occur at more than one park.

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Property ID*

Provide the 6 digit property ID numbers for where the work will be performed. This number begins with an "R", for example: "R527695".

You can find this number within PortlandMaps by using the following link:

https://www.portlandmaps.com/

Use the map to find and select the correct property. On the right side of the screen, information pertaining to the property will appear. Click "Assessor", then "Assessor Detail". The "Property ID" field should appear with the Property ID #.

Specific Location*

Provide a more detailed description of the area within the park or property where the work will occur:

Scope of Work

Scope of Work*

Provide a detailed description of the scope of work to be performed, including whether the work will be performed in phases. For complicated or longer scopes of work, please use the upload function at the end of this form.

Springwater Corridor PGE Utilities

Applicants other than PGE must answer the following for work within Springwater Corridor:

Will the work require people to be within 20’ of any PGE conductor in plain view?
Will the work require any significant grading or excavation (more than 2' of cut and 1' of fill) within 75’ of any PGE tower?

This information will be shared with PGE. PP&R may also share associated work plans with PGE.

Are You Performing this Work In Conjunction with an Approved Parks Project?*

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PP&R Project Information

Provide the project name and Portland Parks and Recreation project contact person's information:

Part of a Larger Project*

Is this NPUP request part of a larger project?

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Description of Larger Project*

Are Other Permits Associated with the Scope of Work?*

Please note: In many cases, construction work requires permitting through the Portland Permitting & Development (PP&D), whose processing time may take longer than the NPUP application depending on the work performed.

If you are unsure whether you need other permits, please review the PP&D website, which contains information about various permits.

You can also schedule a free 15-minute appointment with PP&D to review your work plans and answer questions about zoning, building codes, and more.

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List Permits in Review *

Provide permitting entity and relevant permit number:

Has a Plan Been Submitted for Review?*

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Existing Easement or Agreement*

Do you hold an agreement or easement on the property for which you are requesting access? Please attach relevant documents in the Upload section at the end of this form.

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Agreement Description*

Describe the type of agreement and include any contract or ordinance number for any documents allowing access to the site. Attach any applicable documents such as contracts or ordinances at the bottom of this form.

Need For Long-Term Property Access?*

If the permit is approved, will ongoing, periodic site access be needed?

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Ongoing Access Needs*

Explain ongoing access needs such as the frequency and purpose for access:

What is the Intended Benefit?*

Explain benefit of work, if any. If no public benefit enter N/A.

Why is the Work Needed?*

Explain the purpose and/or need for the work to occur:

Alternative Site Analysis*

Describe any alternatives considered before selecting this property as the location for the work to be performed. If no other sites were considered, enter N/A and the reasons why consideration was not given.

Project Cost*

Please provide the total dollar cost of this project. An estimate is acceptable if the actual cost is currently unknown.

Duration of Work

Please note: Proposed start dates are not guaranteed.

Processing an application may take 4-6 weeks. Additional processing time may be needed depending on factors such as the complexity of your project or failure to submit complete project plans with this application.

Your application will be assigned a PP&R Project Manager who will work with you to finalize the work start date.

Please explain any urgent or emergency needs requiring a sooner start date in the Other Comments section at the end of this form.

Preferred Work Start Date*

Select a proposed work start date at least 4 weeks from today.

Alternative Work Start Date*

Select an alternative work start date further out to be used if the preferred date cannot be granted.

Number of Workdays Requested on the Site?*

Work Performed Only on Weekdays?*

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Hours When Requested Work Will Be Performed?*

Example: 9:00am - 4:00pm

Construction

Will this Project Add or Modify a Permanent Installation on Park Property?*

Permanent installations include architectural elements and site infrastructure such as sidewalks, pathways, and above and below ground equipment for mechanical, electrical, or plumbing facilities.

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Describe the Permanent Installation Changes*

Please also attach any associated equipment cut sheets to the File Uploads section below.

Equipment and Tools to Be Used*

List all equipment or tools to be used. Examples: crane, aerial lift, chain saw, jack hammer, etc.

Construction Methods*

Describe the construction methods to be used. Examples: boring, pruning, constructing, digging, sawing, etc.

Impacts

Work Impacts Trees?*

Select "Yes" if the work will impact any trees, including impacts to root systems, canopies, or park-adjacent street trees or trees on private property.

If "Yes", upload a Tree Protection Plan at the bottom of this form.

You can learn more about tree impacts and protecting trees during construction on Urban Forestry's website.

Please note: In many cases, impacting a tree requires permitting through Urban Forestry, whose processing time may take longer than the NPUP application depending on the work performed.

If you are unsure whether you need a tree permit, please review Urban Forestry's Tree Permits and Regulations website.

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Describe the Impact to Trees*

Including impacts to root systems, canopies, and park-adjacent street trees and trees on private property.

Tree Pruning or Removal*

Please provide a detailed description of any tree pruning or tree removals necessary to access or complete the proposed work.

Large Trees*

Are there any trees that are 6 inch diameter or larger within 25 feet of impacts from the proposed project, including along pathways for vehicles or equipment? If so, please provide more information.

Project Arborist

If you have a Project Arborist, please provide their name and contact information.

Traffic Redirection or Trail Closure Required?*

Select "Yes" if the work will require redirecting pedestrians, bicyclist, and/or vehicles or if the work requires closing a trail or pathway. If "Yes" upload a Traffic Control Plan or trail or pathway closure plan at the bottom of this form.

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Work Requires Vehicle Access?*

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Describe Requested Vehicle Access*

Describe the type of vehicle(s) that will the access site. Indicate the specific locations and/or pathways the vehicles will traverse and/or where they will be parked. Note: this permit does not grant access to the right-of-way. Contact the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) for right-of-way permitting.

Work Requires Staging?*

Will the work require a fenced off area for staging and storing equipment?

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Describe the Location of the Staging Area*

Describe the staging area. Attach relevant maps, diagrams, or other documents at the bottom of this form.

Staging Area Dimensions*

Provide the staging area dimensions.

How Long Will the Staging Area be Required?*

Enter the number of days the staging area will be set up. This can be either the entire work term or a lesser number of days.

Describe Fencing Used for Staging Area*

Installation of posts into the ground (or other subsurface installations) is generally not allowed.

What is included in the staging area?*

Describe all of the items contained within the staging area.

Work Impacts Turf?*

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Work Includes Pesticide Usage?*

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Work Have Noise Impacts?*

Select "Yes", if work will generate noise (power tools, generators, etc.).

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Describe the Noise Impacts*

Describe Site Restoration Methods*

Restoration means returning the site to its original condition before any NPUP work occurred. Please describe what methods you will use to ensure restoration of the site.

Does the Work Have Other Anticipated Impacts?*

Other Comments

Please add any other information relevant to your permit application:

File Uploads

Attach all of the following files that are applicable:

Aerial view map (required for all applications)

Work plans, including any staging (required for all construction or utility work)

Tree protection plan

Trail closure plan

Traffic control plan

Community engagement plan

Insurance documents

Written agreements granting authority to access the site

All other relevant documents

Files should be in PDF format and sized 11 x 8.5 inches. Total submission size should not exceed 30MB.

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