Members can check out up to seven tools per week from the Library during our Saturday open hours. Tools are due back by 10:00 a.m. the following Saturday, or fees will be charged for late items.

Before being allowed to borrow, you must read our borrowing rules and fine schedule, fill out and sign an application and waiver, and present acceptable proof of identify and residency. Proof of identity can be a driver’s license, passport, or other government-issued identification with photo. Proof of residency can be a utility bill, mortgage statement, lease agreement, car-insurance card, or similar document that shows a current address in Northeast Portland.

In addition to a wide assortment of hand tools, members can check out a select number of electric power tools. For safety and liability reasons, we do not lend out gas-powered tools or tools that contain or use hazardous materials.

Also, only members presenting valid member numbers can check out tools. You can’t share your membership or have others check out tools for you.

Member Application: NEPTL_Member_Application.pdf