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What is a Conditional Use? 

A Conditional Use is a use that would generally not be appropriate within a particular area but, if controlled, would not be detrimental to the public health, safety, and welfare of that area. Conditional Use requests require notification to adjoining property owners and are reviewed by the Planning Commission. For new development, uses required to obtain Conditional Use approval also typically require design review.

When is a Conditional Use Permit required? 

Potential Conditional Uses are listed in each zoning district.

1. A clear vision area shall be maintained on each corner of property adjacent to the intersection of two streets, a street and a railroad, and on driveways providing vehicular access to a public way, excluding alleys.

If you operate a restaurant or other public food service facility, including mobile food units or temporary events where food is sold, you need a license. You will be regularly inspected by the County Environmental Health Specialists to ensure your facility is safe and clean.

Our goal is to make operating here in Sandy as easy as possible.  If you do not find the permit and licensing information you are looking for, contact City of Sandy Permit Technician Jann Reed at 503-489-2173 building@cityofsandy.com

All wall, projecting, freestanding, integrated business center, panel changes and A-frame signs within the City Limits are regulated through Chapter 15.32 of the Sandy Municipal Code (SMC).  Limitations on types of signs are based on zoning districts, sizes, location, and quantities permitted.

General Information - Sign Design Review

All signs, both proposed and existing, must be in conformance with the Sandy Development Code and any other restrictions or conditions previously imposed by the City of Sandy on the subject property.

Sandy has three water sources: Alder Creek, Brownell Springs and purchased water from the City of Portland’s Bull Run system. Water from Alder Creek is treated at the City’s filtration plant east of Sandy. Brownell Springs is a groundwater source and does not require treatment other than disinfection.

This page contains basic information about the City of Sandy's sign code and is intended to serve as a quick reference guide for our local commercial and non-profit organizations. 

For specific questions pertaining to sign code (i.e. sign specifications, zone requirements, etc.), we strongly recommend contacting the following City staff for additional clarification: