Oregon Administrative Code

813-380-0010 Definitions All terms used in OAR chapter 813, division 380 may be defined in Oregon Revised Statute (ORS), or in the Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) General Definitions (OAR 813-005-0005), or herein. As used in these rules, unless the context indicates …

813-380-0015 Shared Cost Allocation Methodology (1) The Department may finance only the portion of housing projects consisting of units rented to households with an income below 120 percent of the area median income, as defined in ORS 485.610. The Department shall utilize the App…

813-385-0005 Purpose and Objectives (1) OAR Chapter 813, Division 385 establishes the rules and guidelines for funding available through the General Housing Account established by ORS 458.620 for the establishment of the Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Risk Mitigation Pool (RM…

813-385-0010 Definitions The following terms, when capitalized in these rules, have the meanings given below: (1) “Continuum of Care” or “CoC” means a regional or local planning body that coordinates housing and services funding for families and individuals experiencing homelessn…

813-385-0015 Eligibility Requirements To be eligible for RMP resources, a property must meet all of the requirements below: (1) Must have 1 or more Department PSH units within the property (2) Utilize CE or other Department-approved process to fill PSH unit(s); (3) Utilize projec…

813-385-0020 Uses/Types of Claims (1) Eligible Uses. The RMP is a reimbursement-based program designed to pay for extraordinary costs associated with a property’s physical damages and operational losses connected to the operation of PSH. These are costs that extend beyond a prope…

813-385-0025 PSH Risk Mitigation Pool Program Manual (1) Additional guidance and application instructions are outlined in the RMP Program Manual dated April 23, 2025, incorporated into, and adopted as part of this division of administrative rules by reference. (2) The manual may …

813-395-0005 Purpose OAR chapter 813, division 395 provides specific guidance related to ORS 315.281 through ORS 315.291, under which OHCS allocates the Publicly Supported Housing (PuSH) Seller’s Tax Credit to eligible transactions. The purpose of the PuSH Seller’s Tax Credit is …

813-395-0010 Definitions Terms used throughout OAR chapter 813, division 395 may be defined in Oregon Revised Statute 315.281 or in OAR 813-005-0005 General Definitions. Terms used within this division observe those definitions, except as defined below: (1) “Oregon Centralized Ap…

813-395-0015 Publicly Supported Housing Seller's Tax Credit Manual (1) Additional policies and instructions are outlined in the PuSH Seller’s Tax Credit Manual dated August 2024, incorporated into and adopted as part of this division of administrative rules by reference. (2) The …

813-395-0020 Eligibility (1) All transactions meeting eligibility criteria outlined in ORS 315.281 through 315.283 are eligible to receive tax credits at the amounts described therein. (2) OHCS will allow rental rates for dwelling units not covered by an existing affordability re…

813-395-0025 Application Process (1) Applications for the PuSH Seller’s Tax Credits will be available through the Oregon Centralized Application (ORCA) Intake Form. (2) Applications will be assessed on a first-come, first-reviewed basis. (3) OHCS’ Finance Committee will approve t…

813-395-0030 Monthly Reporting on Transaction Status (1) Awarded applicants must submit a report relating to the status of their transaction on a monthly basis using a form provided by OHCS until the transaction closes or is cancelled. (2) If a transaction that has been awarded t…

813-395-0035 Notice of Final Sale The seller of the awarded property must submit a Notice of Final Sale on a form provided by OHCS within 30 business days of financial closing. OHCS will not provide a certification of the seller’s claim to credit before receiving this form. Statu…

813-395-0040 Rent Increase Policy Properties using the PuSH Seller's Tax Credit will be subject to OHCS' Rent Increase Policy, available on OHCS' website. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 315.281 - ORS 315.291 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 315.281 - ORS 315.291 History: OHCS 5-20…

813-395-0045 Compliance (1) OHCS retains the ability to ensure that properties remain in compliance by undertaking activities including, but not limited to, auditing the files associated with the property (e.g., rents charged and income certifications) and physical conditions of …

813-395-0050 Waiver The Director may waive or modify any requirements of these rules unless such waiver or modification would violate applicable statute or federal regulations. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 315.281 - ORS 315.291 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 315.281 - ORS 315.…

813-405-0005 Purpose and Objectives (1) The rules of OAR 813, division 405, are established to accomplish the general purpose of House Bill 3395 Sections 44 to 47 from the 2023 Legislative Session, which authorizes the Department to provide grants to a Community Development Finan…

813-405-0010 Definitions All words and terms are used in OAR 813, division 405, as defined in the Act, and as provided in 813-005-0005 (General Definitions) and herein. As used in these rules, unless the context indicates otherwise: (1) "Community Development Finance Institution …

813-405-0015 Availability and Source (1) CLG funds were authorized through House Bill 3395 of the Oregon Legislative Session in 2023. A program framework was then provided and approved by the Oregon Housing Stability Council. (2) CLG funds, must be granted to a third-party admini…

813-405-0020 Eligibility, Program Guidelines, and Priorities (1) The CDFI, on behalf of OHCS, shall provide guarantees of repayment of loans made to finance the construction, development, and/or rehabilitation of: (a) Housing for rental or ownership by persons with Moderate, Low …

813-405-0025 Program Administrator Selection Criteria (1) The Department may include the following criteria as part of the CDFI selection process: (a) The Administrator must meet the definition of a CDFI found in 813-405-0010; (b) The CDFI must have the ability to provide the ser…

813-405-0030 Program Continuation (1) The CLG program includes the backing of guarantee amounts depending largely upon individual project need. Guarantees may be activated and provided to borrowers or their associated lending institution in the form of loans or grants. (2) Loans …

813-405-0035 Program Oversight (1) The Department requires information from project awardees on an annual basis every year that the fund is still actively being used for this program. (2) Report information must include but is not limited to the following: (a) Number of loan guar…

813-405-0040 Fees and Changes The Department may engage in a long term contract with targeted performance outcomes allowing for contract termination earlier if necessary. However, if performing, a long term contract is preferred due to the high front end costs and the long term n…

813-410-0005 Purpose and Objectives (1) The Moderate-Income Housing Revolving Loan (MIRL) program was established by Senate Bill 1537 in the 2024 Legislative Session. The program has allocated $55 million in General Fund resources to capitalize the Housing Project Revolving Loan …

813-410-0010 Moderate-Income Revolving Loan Program Manual (1) Additional guidance and application instructions are outlined in the Moderate Income Revolving Loan (MIRL) Program Manual dated July 2026, incorporated into, and adopted as part of this division of administrative rule…

816-005-0000 Definitions The following abbreviations apply to OAR Chapter 816, Divisions 005 to 085: (1) “ASL” means American Sign Language. (2) “Board” means the State Board of Sign Language Interpreters. (3) “Educational setting” means a public agency or school district as thos…

816-005-0010 Election of Chairperson and Vice Chairperson The chairperson and vice chairperson must be elected annually. Elections must be held during the last Board meeting of the year or if canceled, the next scheduled meeting. Terms of office run from January 1 to December 31.…

816-005-0020 Vacancies in Office If the chairperson or vice chairperson is unable to complete the Officer’s respective term, then the Board must elect another chairperson or vice chairperson. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 676.780 & ORS 676.783 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 676…

816-005-0030 Duties of Officers and Board Procedures (1) Except for the provision listed in subsection (2) of this rule, the chairperson must preside at all meetings. The chairperson shall confer with the Office on matters that come up between meeting dates and matters that need …

816-015-0000 Emergency Care and Exceptions (1) Nothing in these rules is meant to prevent an Emergency Medical Services provider from providing prehospital care, as that term is defined in ORS 682.025, to an individual who communicates in signed language. (2) Nothing in these rul…

816-025-0000 SLI Supervisory License (1) A SLI supervisory license holder: (a) May provide SLI services. (b) May supervise SLI provisional license holders. (c) May provide SLI services in an educational setting. (d) May not provide SLI services in a medical setting unless the per…

816-025-0010 Application Requirements for SLI Supervisory License An individual applying for a SLI supervisory license must: (1) Meet the requirements of OAR 331, Division 30. (2) Submit a completed application form prescribed by HLO, which must contain the information listed in …

816-025-0020 SLI Generalist License (1) A SLI generalist license holder: (a) May provide SLI services. (b) May supervise SLI provisional license holders until July 1, 2030. (c) May provide SLI services in an educational setting. (d) May not provide SLI services in a medical setti…

816-025-0030 Application Requirements for SLI Generalist License An individual applying for a SLI generalist license must: (1) Meet the requirements of OAR 331, Division 30. (2) Submit a completed application form prescribed by HLO, which must contain the information listed in OA…

816-025-0040 SLI Educational License (1) A SLI educational license holder may only provide services in an educational setting. (2) A SLI educational license is current for one year and becomes inactive on the last day of the month one year from the date of issuance. (3) A SLI edu…

816-025-0050 Application Requirements for SLI Educational License An individual applying for an SLI educational license must: (1) Meet the requirements of OAR 331, Division 30. (2) Submit a completed application form prescribed by HLO, which must contain the information listed in…

816-025-0060 SLI Medical License (1) A SLI medical license holder may provide SLI services in a medical setting. (2) Only a person holding a SLI medical license under this rule may provide SLI services in a medical setting. (3) A SLI medical license is current for one year and be…

816-025-0070 Application Requirements for SLI Medical License An individual applying for a SLI medical license must: (1) Meet the requirements of OAR 331, Division 30. (2) Submit a completed application form prescribed by HLO, which must contain the information listed in OAR 331-…

816-025-0080 SLI Legal License (1) A SLI legal license holder may provide SLI services in a legal setting. (2) Only a person holding a SLI legal license under this rule may provide SLI services in a legal setting. (3) A SLI legal license is current for one year and becomes inacti…

816-025-0090 Application Requirements for SLI Legal License An individual applying for a SLI legal license must: (1) Meet the requirements of OAR 331, Division 30. (2) Submit a completed application form prescribed by HLO, which must contain the information listed in OAR 331-030-…

816-025-0100 SLI Provisional License (1) A SLI provisional license holder: (a) May only provide SLI services under the supervision of a person holding an active SLI supervisory license or an active SLI generalist license. (b) May be supervised onsite or remotely. (c) May be super…

816-025-0110 Application Requirements SLI for Provisional License An individual applying for a SLI provisional license must: (1) Meet the requirements of OAR 331, Division 30. (2) Submit a completed application form prescribed by HLO, which must contain the information listed in …

816-045-0000 License Issuance and Renewal Requirements (1) A licensee is subject to the provisions of OAR Chapter 331, Division 30 regarding the renewal of an authorization, and provisions regarding authorization to practice, identification, and requirements for issuance of a dup…

816-065-0000 Approved Code of Professional Conduct (1) The Board approves the 2005 NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct as its professional practice standards code. (2) The 2005 NAD-RID Code of Professional Conduct is available on the RID website or is available for review at the…

816-085-0000 Fees (1) An applicant or license holder is subject to the provisions of OAR 331-010-0010 and OAR 331-010-0020 regarding the payment of fees, penalties, and charges. (2) Fees established by the Office pursuant to ORS 676.576 are: (a) Application fee: (A) SLI superviso…

817-005-0005 Definitions The following definitions apply to OAR Chapter 817, Divisions 5 through 120. (1) "Adequate ventilation" means ventilation by natural or mechanical methods that removes or exhausts fumes, vapors, or dust to prevent hazardous conditions from occurring in ac…

817-005-0010 Elections The chairperson of the Board must be elected annually. Elections must be held during the last regularly scheduled Board meeting of the year or if canceled, the next regularly scheduled meeting. Terms of office run from January 1 to December 31. Statutory/Ot…

817-005-0015 Vacancies in Office If the chairperson is unable to complete the term, the Board will elect another chairperson. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 690.175 & ORS 676.615 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 690.175 History: BOC 3-2019, adopt filed 12/06/2019, effective 01/01/…