Getting permits for your remodel isn't always an easy process. The requirements and specific steps vary from jurisdiction to jurisdiction. If you're planning to remodel your Newberg home, check the City of Sherwood Website and read this article, "How to Get Remodel Permits." When working with a contractor to remodel, your contractor may handle all of the permitting on your behalf. However, it's important to make sure you and your contractor are on the same page. Projects completed without the necessary permits can have drastic consequences.