2025 Road Rules Published
We have updated the Multnomah County Road Rules, the set of rules that govern how we administer county roads. The rules were issued on November 26, 2025.
- DocumentMultnomah County Road Rules (1.64 MB)
What Changed?
Changes include:
- Housekeeping updates- formatting changes that make the rules more accessible and easier for customers and staff to navigate
- Technical updates- several references are outdated
We made the following changes:
- MCRR 2.000: Update references to County Code and Comprehensive Plan
- MCRR 3.000: Update and add terms to glossary
- MCRR 4.000: Clarify requirements and standards for driveways
- MCRR 6.000: Add reference to Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in improvement requirements
- MCRR 13.000: Simplify process for road closures
- MCRR 16.000: Simplify process for Road Rules Variance application
- MCRR 17.000: Simplify/clarify variance appeal process
- MCRR 18.000: Update Permit language to address changes in state law
- MCRR 26.000: Organize Stormwater and Drainage section for clarity, reference correct standards
Road Rules changes will not affect any permit currently approved or in process. They will only apply to new applications after the updated rules are posted.