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The City of Portland, Oregon

Community & Civic Life

Promote the common good

Main: 503-823-4519

City/County Info: 503-823-4000

TDD: 503-823-6868

1120 SW 5th Ave, Suite 114, Portland, OR 97204

Graffiti Codes

City Code - Graffiti Materials and Sales

City Code 14B.85 defines the requirements for Graffiti Materials and Sales within the City of Portland. Businesses must secure graffiti materials, verify photo id of purchasers and maintain a log of all sales of these materials.

City Code - Graffiti Removal

City Code 14B.80 provides for a procedure for removal of graffiti from buildings, walls and other structures in order to reduce social deterioration within the City and to promote public safety and health.