11 chapters · 295 sections in this title.
ORS 602.010 Definitions
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As used in this chapter, the term: (1) “Apiary” and “apiary property” includes bees, honey, beeswax, bee comb, hives, frames and other equipment, appliances and material used in connection with an apiary. (2) “Appliances” means any implement or device used in the manipulating of …
ORS 602.020 Chief Apiary Inspector
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The State Department of Agriculture is authorized to appoint a Chief Apiary Inspector and such deputy apiary inspectors as may be necessary to conduct service work requested by the apiary industry. The administration of the program shall be under the direction and control of the …
ORS 602.035 Beekeeping within residential areas
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(1) The Oregon State University Extension Service, in consultation with the State Department of Agriculture and beekeeping organizations, shall establish by written policy best practices for beekeeping within residential areas. (2) The policy set forth under subsection (1) of thi…
ORS 602.045 Local ordinances; fees
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A local government may: (1) Adopt ordinances consistent with the best practices described in ORS 602.035; and (2) Charge a reasonable fee for registering hives in residential areas. The fee that a local government charges for registering hives in residential areas may not exceed …