Beaverton Zoning & Land Use Guide
Key Zoning Facts
Beaverton Zoning Overview
Beaverton is a major suburban city in Washington County, part of the Portland metropolitan area. The city is home to Nike's world headquarters and numerous technology companies, making it a significant employment center. Beaverton is served by MAX light rail, which has influenced transit-oriented development patterns along the Blue Line corridor. The city's zoning code is managed by the Community Development Department within the Metro regional planning framework.
Beaverton has focused on creating a vibrant downtown district with mixed-use development and public spaces, while also managing residential growth throughout the city. The Round at Beaverton Central, a transit-oriented mixed-use development, represents the city's vision for higher-density, walkable neighborhoods.
Key Zoning Districts
Beaverton's development code includes residential zones from R10 (large lot) to R1 (high density), mixed-use zones including Town Center and Station Community designations, commercial districts, and industrial zones. Light rail station areas have specific zoning encouraging higher-density, transit-supportive uses.
ADU Regulations
Beaverton allows ADUs in all residential zones per Oregon HB 2001. No parking or owner-occupancy requirements apply. The city supports ADU development as part of its housing strategy.
Development Process
Community Development reviews building permits and land use applications. Major projects go before the Planning Commission. Beaverton participates in Metro's regional planning process and must comply with regional growth management goals.
Regulatory Layers That Apply in Beaverton
Your property is subject to ALL of these regulatory layers. Each one can impose additional requirements beyond the others.
Federal
- FEMA Flood Zones: Applicable
- View FEMA Flood Map
State — Oregon
- Building Code: Oregon Structural Specialty Code (2021 IBC)
- State ADU Override: Yes (HB 2001 / SB 458 - Cities over 2,500 must allow ADUs; no owner-occupancy or parking mandates)
County — Washington County
- Role: Property records, tax assessment, unincorporated area planning
City / Municipal
The city's zoning ordinance, building codes, and local permits form the primary layer of land-use regulation for your property.
Overlay Districts
No overlay districts identified.
Private Restrictions
- HOA / CC&Rs common: Yes
- Check HOA CC&Rs for additional restrictions.
Primary Zoning Districts
- Min Lot
- 5,000 sq ft
- Max Height
- 30 ft
- Front Setback
- 15 ft
- Side Setback
- 5 ft
- Rear Setback
- 15 ft
- Min Lot
- 1,000 sq ft per unit
- Max Height
- 60 ft
- Front Setback
- 10 ft
- Side Setback
- 5 ft
- Rear Setback
- 15 ft
- Min Lot
- None
- Max Height
- 60 ft
- Front Setback
- 0 ft
- Side Setback
- 0 ft
- Rear Setback
- 0 ft
ADU Rules in Beaverton
- Max Size
- 800 sq ft
- Max Height
- 24 ft
- Rear Setback
- 5 ft
- Side Setback
- 5 ft
- Parking
- None required (per state law)
- Owner Occupancy
- Not required (per state law)
- Permit Timeline
- 4-6 weeks
Permit Costs & Timelines
Permit Costs & Timelines
Specific permit fee schedules for Beaverton are available from the local planning department. Fees vary based on project type, scope, and valuation.
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