OAR 812-002-0540: Owner of a Structure

(1) “Owner of a structure” means a person not required to be licensed under ORS Chapter 701 who: (a) Has a structure built by contractor; (b) Purchases or enters into an agreement to purchase a structure from a contractor or developer; or (c) Owns, leases, or rents a structure on which alterations or repairs are being or have been made. (2) “Owner of a structure” may also include: (a) An association of unit owners that files a complaint related to the common elements of a condominium, as those phrases are defined in ORS 100.005. (b) The following agents of persons described in section (1) of this rule: (A) Property managers licensed under ORS Chapter 696; or (B) A person who is acting on behalf of an incapacitated person, based on guardianship, power of attorney, or other legal representation.