OAR 736-020-0050: Eligibility for Emergency Permit

(1) In accordance with ORS 390.650(6), an emergency permit for a new improvement or alteration may be issued, unless otherwise prohibited by law, to provide immediate and temporary protection where property is in imminent peril of being destroyed or damaged by action of the Pacific Ocean or waters of a bay or river, landslide, or other natural disaster. Said permit may be granted by the Department prior to the Ocean Shore Improvement Permit process required under ORS 390.650(1), (2), (3), (4), and (5). (2) “Property” shall be defined as an upland building, road, street, highway, sewer or water line, or other infrastructure improvement. (3) “Imminent Peril” shall be defined as a situation in which property is likely to be severely damaged or destroyed by action of the Pacific Ocean or waters of a bay or river, or by landslide or other natural disaster, and where such damage would be likely to occur prior to the time required for approval of an Ocean Shore Improvement Permit.