OAR 918-008-0085: Statewide Code Interpretation Process

(1) A petitioner may request a statewide code interpretation by providing the following information in writing or on division approved forms: (a) A brief description of the facts and circumstances giving rise to the need for a statewide code interpretation; and (b) The specialty code section at issue. (2) Notwithstanding subsections (1)(a) and (b) of this rule, the division may elect to accept a substantially complete request for a statewide code interpretation if circumstances merit. (3) After receipt and approval of a petitioner's request for interpretation, the division will process the request, reach a conclusion, and distribute the decision. (4) Each quarter, the division will communicate to the appropriate advisory board its actions concerning statewide code interpretations.