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SDCs & Excise Taxes

SDCs & Excise Taxes SDC Notice Rates Shown for New Dwelling Permits Increase in system development charges July 1, 2023 TSDC from $11,309 to $12,304 PSDC from $9,273 to $10,089 What Are System Development Charges (SDCs)? System development charges are fees paid by new development to recover a portion of the cost of existing infrastructure ...  

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Building Division Application Forms & Requirements

Building Division Application Forms & Requirements Building Plan Review New Home Permit Fee Calculator 1 & 2 Family Dwelling Submittal Checklist Site Plan Requirements Checklist Deck Permit Submittal Checklist Fee Schedule Building Permit Applications Building Permit Application Demolition Application Erosion Control Permit Application Residential Erosion Control Requirements Mechanical Permit Application Plumbing Permit Application  Sewer Permit ...  

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Mark Ennis, PE

Building Permits Issued

Building Permits Issued Issued building permits are grouped by month issued and available for public viewing. 2024202320222021202020192024 January 2024 February 2024 March 2024 2023 January 2023 February 2023 March 2023 April 2023 May 2023 June 2023 July 2023 August 2023 September 2023 October 2023 November 2023 December 2023 2022 January 2022 February 2022 March 2022 ...  

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Traffic Calming

Traffic Calming Policies & Procedures The City of Happy Valley is committed to maintaining and improving the livability and safety of its neighborhoods. We are supportive of implementing traffic calming techniques in situations where it is warranted and eligibility criteria are met. Neighborhood traffic calming is designed to reduce the negative impacts of traffic on ...  

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Engineering Division Permits & Fees

Engineering Division Permitting & Fees ONLINE PERMITTING Registration/login PORTAL USER GUIDE GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS Right of Way Encroachment Permit Right of Way TYPE 1 (Minor Const.) Permit Right of Way TYPE 2 (Utility Install.) Permit Right of Way TYPE 3 (Major Const.) Permit Right of Way TYPE 4 (Road Closure) Permit Site Development (Commercial) ...  

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Engineering Reference Materials & Links

Engineering Reference Materials & Links Clackamas County GIS Clackamas Fire District #1 - Access and Water Supply Plan Review Submittal DEQ 1200-C Permit Application Erosion Prevention Planning and Design Manual Oregon Utility Notification Center ODOT Standard Specifications Surface Water Standard Specifications Water Environment Services (WES)

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Karleen Aichele

Rock Creek Employment Center

Rock Creek Employment Center Rock Creek Employment Center Infrastructure Assessment and Funding Plan Community Commercial Center District Institutional/Public District Mixed Use Commercial/Employment District Industrial/Employment Center

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Publications & Tools

Publications & Tools 172nd-190th CMP Update C2C Report (Clackamas to Columbia Corridor) City Trails Development Handbook Clackamas Connections Comprehensive Plan and Ancillary Plans Design Standards Manual – Appendix B Development Code Development Tracking - Commercial Development Tracking - Residential Marijuana Regulations in Happy Valley Middle Housing Housing Types in Happy Valley Mt. Scott/Scouter Mtn. Loop ...  

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Partners & Resources

Partners & Resources C-Map Water Environment Services Clackamas County Garbage/Recycling Reminder Services METRO Metro Garbage/Recycling Service North Clackamas Parks and Recreation District North Clackamas School District #12 Clackamas County Business and Economic Development Clackamas Fire District #1 Clackamas County Industry Clusters Clackamas County Health Housing and Human Services Sunrise Water Authority North Clackamas Chamber of ...  

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Maps

Maps Land Use Static Zoning Map Land Use Zoning Map Projects Map Aldridge Road Sub-Area Comprehensive Plan East Happy Valley Comp Plan Map Local Wetland Inventory Map Marijuana Retail Sales Zoning Map Marijuana Wholesaling, Processing and Production Zoning Map Natural Resource/Steep Slopes Overlay Zone Map Pleasant Valley-North Carver Comp Plan Boundary Map (DRAFT) Rock Creek ...  

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Happy Valley Town Center Plans

Happy Valley Town Center Plans Transportation & Growth Management Program Grant Application Materials Existing Conditions Report Real Estate Analysis Needs, Opportunities, Constraints, & Tools Report Happy Valley Town Center Map Urban Design Program

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Planning Division Application Forms

Planning Division Application Forms Application Forms The Happy Valley Economic and Community Development Department is committed to making sure Happy Valley is a place people want to live, work, and play. The Department is responsible for implementing the City’s Comprehensive Plan and Land Development Code and reviewing land use applications to ensure compliance with the ...  

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City Overview

Michael D. Walter, AICP

Michael D. Walter, AICP is the City’s Economic & Community Development Director, managing the four Divisions (Economic Development, Planning, Engineering and Building) that comprise the overall Department. The City’s Economic & Community Development Department is responsible for all facets of growth management and land use, construction, and building permit issuance within the city limits. Michael …  

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Fee Schedule

Municipal Code

Municipal Code Welcome to Happy Valley's Municipal Code Search by title, ordinance or phrase

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Finance

Finance Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) & Distinguished Budget Presentation Award Happy Valley has received the Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for the 2021-2022 budget. This is one of the highest financial honors the City can receive. Happy Valley's Finance Department works diligently to ensure we spend taxpayer dollars effectively. To receive ...  

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Travis Warneke

Travis Warneke has been here at Happy Valley since 2012 and has been the City’s Finance Director since 2018. Prior to coming to the City, Travis worked for a CPA firm performing a wide range of governmental audits all across Oregon. Travis has a Bachelor of Science degree in Accounting from Linfield College and earned …  

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Brett Sherman

Brett Sherman was first elected to City Council in 2014, and was re-elected beginning January 2019 and January 2023. Brett was appointed Council President January 2019 – 2020. Prior to that, he had served four years on the Traffic and Public Safety Committee. Originally from Minnesota, Brett majored in Mathematics from the University of Minnesota. …  

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Tom Ellis

Tom Ellis was elected to serve as Mayor beginning January 2019 and re-elected to serve beginning January 2023. Tom served on the Planning Commission for six years, including one year as Chair. In 2011, he was appointed to the City Council, was elected to City Council in 2012 and re-elected 2016, and served as Council …  

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Joshua Callahan

Joshua Callahan was elected to City Council beginning January 2023. Joshua Callahan is a Civil Trial Attorney and US Army Combat Veteran who grew up in the Oak Grove area of Clackamas. He and his wife Annie have lived in Happy Valley since 2012 where they have raised their three boys Brady, Patrick, and Lucas. …  

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City Recorder

City Recorder Notice of Receipt of Ballot Title for the November 5, 2024 General Election PUBLIC NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, that on April 16, 2024, the City Recorder for the City of Happy Valley received a ballot title for a Proposed Charter Amendment to Establish Term Limits for the Mayor and City Council Positions. It ...  

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Budget Committee

Budget Committee Cities in Oregon are required by law to create a budget each year and maintain a budget committee. Happy Valley’s Budget Committee consists of five citizen volunteers and the five members of City Council.  The term of office for the committee is three years and members can serve no more than two terms, ...  

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Youth Council

Happy Valley Youth Council The Happy Valley Youth Council is an advisory board serving as teen advocates in the community.  Youth Councilors collaborate on ideas and information and look to the City Council for mentorship and assistance.  The Youth Council encourages community members to join their events and attend their monthly council meetings. In 2010, ...  

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Traffic & Public Safety Committee

Traffic & Public Safety Committee Happy Valley Call Activity The committee acts as an advisory committee to the city council in the creation, development and implementation of official traffic safety activities. Members serve 2-year terms. Get Involved Citizen Advisory Board Appointment Application Traffic Safety or Control Device Request Traffic Studies SE Mt. Gate Rd. Northbound ...  

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Planning Commission

Planning Commission The Planning Commission is responsible for decision-making for land use applications and makes recommendations to City Council regarding planning policy. Planning Commission is guided by the Land Development Code and Comprehensive Plan for guidance in decision making. The Planning Commission consists of 7-9 members which serve 2 year terms. Get involved, stay involved. ...  

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Parks Advisory Committee

Parks Advisory Committee The parks advisory committee is a voluntary group of individuals who meet on a regular basis to support the effective functioning of the parks throughout Happy Valley. The committee provides recommendations on parks issues to the City Council. Committee members are appointed by the City Council and serve 2-year terms. Get involved, ...  

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Design Review Board

Design Review Board Get involved, stay involved. Design Review Board members are involved in the building and site design review for new construction of commercial and multi-family developments. This ensures that the Happy Valley Style, pedestrian safety and landscaping requirements are met by the developer. Citizen Advisory Board Appointment Application Helpful Links Agendas, Minutes & ...  

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Boards & Commissions

Boards & Commissions We depend on dedicated citizens. Get Involved, stay involved Happy Valley is always looking for volunteers who are interested in their neighbors and their community. Dedicated citizens meet on a regular basis to address current issues and look for ways to make the City an even better place to live and work. ...  

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Employment Opportunities

     

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All Departments & Divisions

All Departments & Divisions

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Cheryl Whitehead

Michael Cynkar, AICP

Planning Division

Planning Division HV Works Exciting news! HV Works, the City’s new online permitting and licensing portal, is now up and running! With just a few clicks, residents can apply and submit payments for various licenses and permits from the comfort of home, the office, or on the go! Easily manage tasks like dog licenses, alarm ...  

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Community

Community

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City Hall

Engineering Division

Engineering Division The Engineering Division serves as a liaison between the citizens of Happy Valley, private contractors, other jurisdictions and agencies (city, county, state, and federal) This Division is responsible for a variety of tasks including review, approval and permitting of civil site/grading plans for commercial, industrial, and multi-family developments and the construction and erosion ...  

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Building Division

Building Division Happy Valley Building Division ensures that all buildings are safe and meet the building code requirements. We accomplish this by being proficient in our knowledge of the building codes, performing accurate plan reviews, and making detailed inspections at the job site. Building Permits Issued Apply for Permits Inspections Application Forms & Requirements SDCs ...  

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Support for Businesses

Support for Businesses Providing a Vibrant Business Climate In Happy Valley, we see our local businesses as partners. We make business needs a priority to assure the success of our community partners, who in turn provide needed goods, services and jobs to our community. Happy Valley offers a vibrant business climate, educated workforce, and a ...  

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Business Licenses

Business Licenses In Happy Valley, all businesses are required to have a Business License. The intent of this licensing program is to provide revenue for municipal purposes and to provide for the health, safety and welfare of the citizens of Happy Valley through regulation of businesses, occupations and trade. To apply for a business license, ...  

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Inspections

Inspections Scheduling an Inspection Schedule Inspection Building Inspections may be scheduled 24-hours a day. Please schedule inspections via HVWorks.com. If you have any issues with scheduling, please call the Happy Valley Building Division at (503) 783-3800. Inspections requested by 6:00 am will be scheduled for the same business day, unless otherwise noted. To schedule your ...  

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Economic & Community Development

Economic & Community Development As one of Oregon’s fastest-growing communities, Happy Valley provides a solid infrastructure for business and community. Our Mission Provide solution-oriented services to the community through the application of professional skills, adopted plans, and design standards which facilitate the growth of the local economy and enhance the quality of life and preserve ...  

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Resources for Businesses

Resources for Businesses Have questions about the region, business laws in the state, or organizations that support the business community? There are many resources and organizations available to businesses. Government Resources Community Safety for Businesses Clackamas County Business and Economic Development Oregon DLCD Economic Development Metro Data Resource Center Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board Oregon Economic ...  

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Home

Enjoy living in your community. Happy Valley is a forward-thinking city with regular planning sessions, meetings, and community events. Event Calendar Library Board Meeting April 23 @ 6:00 pm Happy Valley Business Alliance April 24 @ 7:30 am Design Review Board April 24 @ 6:00 pm Library Expansion Fundraising Event April 30 @ 3:00 pm ...  

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Business

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City Hall

City Hall Happy Valley is a forward-thinking city with regular planning sessions, meetings, and community events.

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Services

Services

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Bids and Proposals

Bids & Proposals The City of Happy Valley solicits contracts for design and construction of capital improvements, technical studies, personal services and equipment/supply purchases in accordance with state and local contracting rules. This page contains advertisements primarily for capital construction and requests for technical services. For questions specific to one of these projects please contact ...  

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