Oregon renewal guide
Commercial Developer
If this license is up for renewal, this page gives you the fee, the timeline, and the items that usually hold the filing up.
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What matters before you file.
Check the fee, the renewal window, and the documents or insurance records that can slow approval down.
Issuing authority
Renewal period
Every 24 months
Renewal fee
$400.00
Bond requirement
Yes — $25,000.00
Insurance requirement
Yes — General Liability, Workers' Compensation
Before you renew
Get the filing straight.
- 1
Make sure the bond still clears
The $25,000.00 bond requirement needs to stay active through the renewal.
- 2
Check the insurance certificates
Make sure the required policies are current and match what the board or agency expects before you file.
- 3
File with the board
File through Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) and pay the $400.00 renewal fee once the supporting proof is ready.
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Leave room for processing
Typical processing time is 30 days, so do not wait until the last minute.
Detailed notes
The fine print is here.
Oregon Commercial Developer License
The Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) issues the Commercial Developer license for businesses that develop commercial properties intended for sale, including office buildings, retail spaces, warehouses, and mixed-use developments.
What This License Authorizes
Commercial Developers may coordinate and oversee the construction of commercial structures intended for sale. Developers in this category typically hire licensed subcontractors to perform construction work rather than self-performing. This license covers the development and sale of commercial real property.
Bond and Insurance Requirements
- Surety Bond: $25,000 bond required, filed with the CCB
- General Liability Insurance: Minimum $500,000 per occurrence required
- Workers' Compensation: Required for any direct employees
Training and Examination
The Commercial Developer classification does not require the 16-hour pre-license training course or a trade examination, as this category focuses on development oversight rather than hands-on construction activity.
Renewal Process
- Renewal Period: Every 2 years
- Renewal Fee: $400
- No Continuing Education Required: Maintain current bond and insurance throughout the license term.
Consequences of Operating Without a License
Developing and selling commercial property in Oregon without a valid CCB license is a Class A misdemeanor, with penalties up to $5,000 per offense. Unlicensed commercial developers may not file construction liens and cannot bring legal action to collect payment through Oregon courts.
*Disclaimer: This information is provided for general reference only and does not constitute legal advice. Always verify current requirements directly with the Oregon CCB.*
Official links
Check the board or agency directly.
Required documents
- Proof of Insurance
- Bond Certificate
Source notes
Oregon Construction Contractors Board . Verified March 2026. https://www.oregon.gov/ccb/pages/ccb%20license.aspx
Rules move. Check Oregon Construction Contractors Board (CCB) again before you pay, renew, or schedule work around this requirement.
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