Planning & Zoning Brochures
Marion County Planning has been made aware of recent communications being sent out requesting payment for invoices related to fees for planning applications. These communications are not from Marion County Planning.
Marion County Planning will not ask you for personal information or payment through an unsolicited text, email or phone call.
Marion County Planning only accepts payments for application and permit fees in person at the Marion County Public Works Building located at 5155 Silverton Rd NE, Salem, OR 97305. If you have any questions, please contact us directly in person or by phone at 503-588-5038.
Accessory Dwelling Units - placing an accessory dwelling unit in the urban areas of Marion County
Family Space - regulations for creating more living space on your property for family
Marijuana in Marion County - growing, processing and selling marijuana outside city limits
Marion County Land Use Application Process - the process used to review land use applications
Agri-Tourism - obtaining a permit to hold events and activities in rural Marion County
Operating a Business out of Your Home - Rural - home occupations in rural Marion County
Operating a Business out of Your Home - Urban - home occupations in an urban growth boundary area
Regulations on Keeping or Raising Pets and Animals in Marion County - raising animals in various parts of the county, definitions of pets versus livestock, etc.
Backyard Beekeeping - regulations for backyard beekeeping within the urban growth boundaries
Mobile Food Vendors - zoning regulations for "food trucks"
Raising Chickens and Fowl in Your Backyard - keeping chickens and fowl
Wind Power Generation Regulations - regulations for small wind turbines, use of power, etc.
Marion County's Backyard Burning Program - for property within the Salem-Keizer Urban Growth Boundary
Information About Flood Insurance - obtaining flood insurance for property in and out of a floodplain
Outdoor Mass Gatherings - obtaining a permit for gatherings exceeding 750 people
Marion County's Code Enforcement Program - complaints covered, filing a complaint, etc.
Off-Road Vehicle Regulations - off-road vehicle regulations, exceptions, how to file a complaint, etc.
Noise Regulations - excessive noise or disturbing the peace, who to contact, filing a complaint, etc.
