Sandy is one of the few cities in the United States that has an internet service provider (SandyNet) as part of the City's government. SandyNet provides high-speed fiber-optic internet access to any address within Sandy's city limits (and limited addresses outside city limits). Click here for internet at the speed of light!
Initial Contact – An applicant brings a proposal or idea to the Planning Division for discussion and initial feedback. The applicant is given appropriate pre-application requirements and application form.
Pre-Application Conference – Applicant submits pre-application materials and a meeting is scheduled with the appropriate city departments and affected agencies (this may include the Sandy Fire Marshall and Oregon Department of Transportation).
Long range planning is an analytical process that examines the physical, social, and economic aspects of the city. Through this analysis, long range planning helps the community look at the options it has for development and change. Examples of long range planning activities in Sandy include revising the Transportation System Plan, working on the Comprehensive Plan, and completing modifications to the Development Code. For more information on these activities see the links below.
The City of Sandy is proud of its downtown. The 3/4 mile stretch between Bluff Road and Ten Eyck Road is the heart of the city and offers shopping, dining and entertainment. Sandy's downtown is also home to a variety of City services including City Hall, Sandy Fire and the Sandy Police Department, Sandy Public Library and the Sandy Community & Senior Center. Because downtown Sandy is a valuable asset to our community, the City has undertaken several urban renewal projects to increase the prosperity of the community by enabling an economically viable and vibrant city.
The Sandy Police Department's mission is to fulfill the public safety needs of everyone who lives, works, or visits the Sandy community. We are committed to community oriented policing strategies, collaborating with our stakeholders to ensure police resources are utilized to target those most critical law enforcement areas as identified. We understand our role is to engage and be a part of our community while dedicating our time to activities that deter crime and the fear of crime.
The Building Division is located at City Hall (39250 Pioneer Blvd., Sandy, OR 97055). The Division is staffed by the Director, Building Official, Permit Technician, and the Executive Assistant.
