OAR 918-008-0075: Scope and Purpose

(1) OAR 918-008-0075 to 918-008-0115 applies to the state building code adopted by the division as defined in ORS 455.010. The purpose of these rules is to create a standard process for statewide code interpretations, site-specific interpretations, and alternate method rulings for all specialty code programs. (2) Statewide code interpretations and site-specific interpretations clarify existing provisions of the state building code and are not intended to create new provisions. (3) Alternate method rulings on products not covered in the current state building code apply only to new products, materials, or methods, and do not create new sections of code.