Temporary zoning modifications to support physical distancing
If your business or organization is on land developed with or proposed for commercial, industrial or institutional use, you may ask to have specific provisions of county zoning ordinance waived to allow for temporary modifications for physical distancing and other actions to keep people safe from COVID-19 (read the news release)
To request a waiver, please contact Planning & Zoning at zoninginfo@clackamas.us or 503-742-4500. If your proposal potentially qualifies for a waiver, you will be asked to complete this form. All requests must be reviewed by Planning, Development Services and Public Health staff, and have to be approved by the Board of County Commissioners.
Business Recovery Centers
Businesses in Clackamas County now have six Business Recovery Centers that provide assistance and resources needed to recover from the economic downturn due to the pandemic.
The BRCs provide a one-stop shop to recovery assistance and resources for businesses of all sizes and types. Services are offered in multiple languages and, depending on client needs, may include:
- Individualized answers to business questions
- Assistance with connecting to financial resources
- Help with navigating technical resources
- Educational resources
- Referrals to organizations and resources
- Access to interpreters and translation services
COVID-19 Guidance for Employers – Prevention
Clackamas County supports employers by providing guidance and resource support to our business community.
Guidelines and Regulations
- COVID-19 Guidance for Employers - Prevention
- OSHA regulation on notification of employees of COVID-19
Forms
Resources
Oregon OSHA adopts temporary rules addressing COVID-19 in all workplaces
The rule is intended to further improve the current structure for reducing risks in the workplace by requiring several measures many employers have voluntarily implemented. For example, it requires employers to notify employees of a workplace infection and provide training to workers on how to reduce risks.
Face coverings required statewide
As of July 15, Oregon’s face covering requirement has been expanded to apply to outdoor public spaces when six feet of distance cannot be maintained. In addition, indoor social get-togethers of more than 10 people will be prohibited. Children under 12 years of age, as well as people with a disability or a medical condition that prevent them from wearing a face covering, are not required to wear one.
- Read mask facts
- Mask guidance for all counties
- إرشادات ارتداء الأقنعة وواقيات الوجه وأغطية الوجه
- Руководство по ношению масок, лицевых щитков и повязок на территории штата
- Tilmaamaha Afsaabka, Gaashaanka Wejiga, Weji Daboolka
- Guía estatal sobre el uso de máscaras, pantallas faciales y elementos de protección facial
- 全州口罩、面部防护罩、面罩指南
- Hướng dẫn về mặt nạ, tấm che mặt, khẩu trang cho toàn tiểu bang
- Download Masks Required Signs for Businesses
- ارتداء أقنعة الوجه وواقيات الوجه وأغطية الوجهأمر ضروري
- 마스크, 안면 보호대, 얼굴 가리개의 착용이 필수입니다
- Yuav tsum muaj Cov Ntaub Npog Qhov Ncauj Qhov Ntswg, Cov Nab Kaj Npog Ntsej Muag, Cov Ntaub Npog Ntsej Muag
- Маски, лицевые щитки, лицевые повязки обязательны
- Se requieren máscaras o elementos de protección facial
- 需要戴口罩、面部防护罩或面罩
Restaurants
The approval and rollout of cocktails and single-servings of wine available for takeout offer new ways for restaurants and bars to serve their communities during COVID-19. Mt. Hood Territory is compiling an article for our website highlighting local businesses who are offering cocktails to go. If you would like to be included, please contact Annie Austin at annie@mthoodterritory.com with information including your business name, what products you offer (cocktails, wine, food, etc.), and information about your favorite item you have available to go!
Who's Open?
We've created a map to raise awareness of local businesses that are open during the coronavirus pandemic. Click the image below to explore this exciting interactive tool
Small Business Administration (SBA)
The Small Business Administration (SBA) provides low-interest disaster loans to help businesses and homeowners recover from declared disasters.
- The Economic Injury Disaster Loan (EIDL) program provides low-interest working capital loans to small businesses, small agricultural cooperatives and most private nonprofit organizations. (Loans cannot be made to governmental entities, including Tribes.)
- If your Clackamas County business has experienced economic injury from the COVID-19 pandemic, please complete the Estimated Disaster Economic Injury Worksheet for Businesses and email it to 4Biz@clackamas.us. Forms will be collected and shared with state agencies.
Paycheck Protection Program
The Paycheck Protection Program prioritizes millions of Americans employed by small businesses by authorizing up to $349 billion toward job retention and certain other expenses.
Small businesses and eligible nonprofit organizations, Veterans organizations, and Tribal businesses described in the Small Business Act, as well as individuals who are self-employed or are independent contractors, are eligible if they also meet program size standards.
Frequently Asked Questions
Schedule a free COVID-19 safety consultation
OSHA is now offering confidential assistance to businesses to help them comply with COVID requirements and guidelines.
Conflict resolution strategies
CDC offers strategies to help avoid or deescalate situations when customers refuse to wear a mask.
Additional information
For details, or guidance for specific businesses such as childcare, agriculture, healthcare, etc., visit Oregon's COVID-19 site.
Call 503-742-4BIZ or email 4biz@clackamas.us for answers to your questions.