OAR 918-271-0105: Electrical Disconnection

(1) In the case of a disconnection made or ordered under ORS 479.820(2) or (3) and after setting forth in writing the facts supporting the action, the division may disconnect or cause the disconnection of service, without hearing, to: (a) An electrical installation or product that fails to comply with minimum safety standards; or (b) An electrical installation or product, the condition of which constitutes an immediate hazard to life or property. (2) In the case of a disconnection under section (1) of this rule, if the owner of the installation, or of the property where the installation is located, requests a hearing within 90 days after the date of disconnection, then a hearing shall be granted and the division may issue an order pursuant to such hearing as required by ORS chapter 183 confirming, altering, or dismissing its earlier order. (3) Such a hearing need not be held where the disconnection or order of disconnect is accompanied by, or is pursuant to, a citation for violation which is subject to judicial determination in any court of this state, and the order by its terms will terminate in case of final judgment in favor of the installation or property owner.