Welcome to Vernonia
Nestled in the Oregon Coast Range on the Nehalem River, lies the City of Vernonia. Surrounded by Douglas Fir forests, Vernonia strives to maintain our historic logging roots, while providing a welcoming community in which to live, work and play. Vernonia offers quiet country living and a great place to visit. Whether you live here, or are just passing through, we invite you to enjoy everything Vernonia has to offer.
Latest Announcements
Notice of Water Disruption - Knott Street
City Hall on Jul 28, 2025
Due to an emergency repair on a water main, there is a disruption of water service on Knott Street. Public Works Staff is working to fix this break and will...
Corrected Hearing Notice
City Hall on Jun 23, 2025
The Public Hearing for this code amendment was previously distributed with an incorrect date. An updated hearing notice can be found below.
Notice of Pending Council Action
City Hall on Jun 9, 2025
Consideration of an Ordinance of the City of Vernonia amending Title 9 Chapter 9-05.
Building Department Update - Oregon ePermitting
City Hall on May 23, 2025
The City of Vernonia is excited to announce a major step forward in streamlining our permitting processes with the upcoming transition to Oregon’s ePermitting software. Starting May 28, 2025, our...
Notice of Public Hearings
City Hall on May 9, 2025
Proposed text amendment to Vernonia Development Code: Chapter 9-05: Flood Hazard Management, File No. PA 25-01
2nd Public Hearing Notice
City Hall on Apr 22, 2025
The City of Vernonia is completing a Sewer System Repair and Improvements project funded with Community Development Block Grant funds from the Oregon Business Development Department. The location of the...
