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City Codes

Title 33 - Allowance for a second kitchen including a sink within a dwelling unit -- CC/33/#2 - 9/1/2007 (PDF Document, 189kb)
Title 33 - Stormwater disposal - Options for Johnson Creek Basin -- CC/33/#1 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
Title 24 - Shoring Requirements Adjacent to City Streets -- CC/24.70#1 - 6/15/94 (PDF Document, 99kb)

Commercial Building Codes

Administration - OSSC Chapters 1 & 2

- Chapter 1: Alternate Design, Methods and Materials of Construction for Existing and Historic Buildings -- UBC/1/#1 - 7/15/04 (PDF Document, 176kb)

Occupancy - OSSC Chapters 3 & 4 (view all)

- Chapter 3: Cargo Containers Used as Accessory Storage Structures -- IBC/3/#1 - 01/29/13 (PDF Document, 121kb)
- Chapter 3: Assembly Uses in Group B Occupancies Established Prior to 1979 -- IBC/3/#2 - 01/16/13 (PDF Document, 116kb)
- Chapter 3: Setbacks for Garages -- UBC/3/#4 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 3: Furnace Room Separations in R-1 Occupancies -- UBC/3/#5 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 4: Highrise Buildings - Standby Power & Secondary Water Supplies -- IBC/4/#1 - 8/22/07 (PDF Document, 52kb)
- Chapter 4: Application of Projection Room Standards -- UBC/4/#2 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 4: Elevator Lobbies - Acceptable Alternatives -- IBC/4/#4 - 01/16/13 (PDF Document, 110kb)
- Chapter 4: Parking Garage Headroom Clearance -- IBC/4/#5 - 01/16/13 (PDF Document, 119kb)

Fire Resistance and Construction Types - OSSC Chapters 5, 6, 7, 8 & 9 (view all)

- Chapter 6: Materials Used for Windows in Existing Buildings of Types 1 & 2 Construction -- UBC/6/#1 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 6: NonFire-Retardant-Treated Wood Framing Within Exterior Walls of R-2 Occupancy Buildings of Type III Construction - IBC/6/#4 - 5/13/13 (PDF Document, 119kb)
- Chapter 6: Wood Frame Rated Construction -- UBC/6/#2 - 3/1/99 (PDF Document, 457kb)
- Chapter 7: Foam Plastic Materials in Fire Blockinng -- UBC/7/#1 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 7: Garbage Dumpster Fire Safety Within Existing Buildings -- IBC/7/#2 - 3/18/13 (PDF Document, 261kb)
- Chapter 7: One-Hour Fire Rating of a Brick Veneer Wall -- UBC/7/#3 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 7: Multiple Electrical Services in the Same Building -- IBC/7/#4 & NEC/230/#1 - 4/17/13 (PDF Document, 113kb)
- Chapter 7: Exterior Wall and Opening Protection at Private Streets -- IBC/7/#6 & IRC/AN/#2 - 8/23/07 (PDF Document, 53kb)
- Chapter 7: Building Projections Into Private Streets -- IBC/7/#7 & IRC/AN/#3 - 7/14/06 (PDF Document, 64kb)
- Chapter 7: Use of Plastic Pipe in Buildings -- UBC/7/#5 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 8: Interior Finishes
- Chapter 9: Automatic Smoke and Heat Vents: Design Loads -- IBC/9/#1 - 3/18/13 (PDF Document, 121kb)
- Chapter 9: Fire Sprinkler Requirements For Existing Buildings With a Residential Fire Area -- IBC/9/#2 - 3/18/13 (PDF Document, 122kb)

Exiting - OSSC Chapter 10 (view all)

- Chapter 10: Swing-type Means of Egress (Exit) Doors -- UBC/10/#1 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 10: Minimum Width of Doors Used in Pairs -- UBC/10/#2 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 10: Exit Enclosures and Exiting Through Building Lobbies -- UBC/10/#4 (Rescinded Dec. 14, 2012) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 10: Use of Corridors in Hospitals and Nursing Homes -- UBC/10/#5 (Rescinded Dec. 14, 2012) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 10: Access to the Roof -- UBC/10/#7 (Rescinded Dec. 14, 2012) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 10: Access Control Systems Where Egress (Exiting) is Restricted -- UBC/10/#8 - 8/1/01 (PDF Document, 75kb)
- Chapter 10: Amenity Allowances in Corridors -- UBC/10/#9 - 1/1/04 (PDF Document, 49kb)

Accessibility (Disabled Access) - OSSC Chapter 11 (view all)

- Chapter 11: Relationship between Oregon & Federal accessibility Standards -- UBC/11/#1 (Rescinded Dec. 14, 2012) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 11: Exterior Accessible Routes; Accessible Routes in Vehicular Area; Accessible Parking -- UBC/11/#2 (Rescinded Dec. 14, 2012) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 11: Accessible Routes: Elevator Exemptions; Raised Floor Area; Stairway: Ramps and Exits -- UBC/11/#3 (Rescinded Dec. 14, 2012) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 11: Accessibility to Work Areas & Spaces; Visible Alarms -- UBC/11/#4 (Rescinded Dec. 14, 2012) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 11: Adaptable Dwelling Units, Condominiums & Special Residences -- UBC/11/#5 (Rescinded Dec. 14, 2012) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 11: Remodelling Responsibilities & Priorities; Construction Tolerances -- UBC/11/#7 (Rescinded Dec. 14, 2012) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 11: Accessible Seating Sight Lines -- UBC/11/#8 (Rescinded Dec. 14, 2012) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 11: Adaptability of exterior door thresholds leading to an impervious deck or balcony - IBC/11/#9 (Rescinded Dec. 14, 2012) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 11: Flip-up Counters at Entries to Employee Work Areas -- IBC/11/#10 - 4/17/13 (PDF Document, 113kb)

Energy & Interior Environments - OSSC Chapters 12 & 13 (view all)

- Chapter 13: Loose fill Insulation on Sloped Ceilings -- UBC/13/#1 - 3/1/99 (PDF Document, 8kb)
- Chapter 13: Wall Insulation for Shell Buildings -- UBC/13/#2 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 13: Converting an Un-conditioned Space to Conditioned Space -- UBC/13/#3 - 3/1/99 (PDF Document, 9kb)

Engineering - OSSC Chapters 16-23 (view all)

- Chapter 16: Marquee and Fabric Awnings -- UBC/16/#1 - 3/1/99 (PDF Document, 11kb)
- Chapter 16: Design Loads for Elevated Structural Driveways and Parking Decks -- UBC/16/#2 - 3/1/99 (PDF Document, 10kb)
- Chapter 16: Structural Requirements for Buildings Used Primarily as Horticultural/Agricultural Greenhouses -- UBC/16/#3 - 3/1/99 (PDF Document, 12kb)
- Chapter 16: Rooftop Equipment Using Friction to Retain in Place -- UBC/16/#4 - 3/1/99 (PDF Document, 10kb)
- Chapter 16: Use of Adhesive Anchors in Existing Unreinforced Masonry Buildings -- UBC/16/#5 - 1/1/03 (PDF Document, 152kb)
- Chapter 21: Grouted Masonry Construction-Cleanouts -- UBC/21/#1 - 3/1/99 (PDF Document, 11kb)

Special Considerations - OSSC Chapters 24-35 (view all)

- Chapter 25: Installation of Suspended Ceiling System & Light Fixtures -- IBC/25/#2 (Rescinded Dec. 14, 2012) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 26: Use of Fiber Reinforced Plastic Material for Rooftop Screening Applications - IBC/26/#1 - 4/09/12 (PDF Document, 132kb)
- Chapter 27: Generator Installation for Required Emergency and Standby Power Supply Systems -- IBC/27/#1 - 01/16/13 (PDF Document, 118kb)
- Chapter 30: Review and Acceptance of Elevators -- UBC/30/#1 - 3/1/99 (PDF Document, 49kb)
- Chapter 32: Window Projections Into Public Right-of-Way -- IBC/32/#1 - 6/1/05 (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 34: Existing Plaster Ceilings in Older Multi-Storied Buildings -- UBC/34/#1 - 2/1/02 (PDF Document, 107kb)

Commercial Mechanical Codes

International Mechanical Code - Chapter 4, 5 & 9 (view all)

- Chapter 4: Alternate Method For Determining Exhaust Ventilation Rates At Enclosed Parking Garages -- IMC/4/#1 - 7/14/06 (PDF Document, 48kb)
- Chapter 5: Installation of Recirculating Draft Hood Systems -- IMC/5/#2 - 12/15/00 (PDF Document, 58kb)
- Chapter 5: Hood Requirements for Counter Top Dishwashing - IMC/5/#3 - 7/1/03 (PDF Document, 323kb)
- Chapter 9: Installation of Unvented Heaters in Buildings -- IMC/9/#1 - 2/1/00 (PDF Document, 62kb)

Uniform Mechanical Code - Chapter 5, 6 & 13 (view all)

- Chapter 5: Type 2 Hood Use IN Food Processing Establishments -- UMC/5/#1 - 3/1/99 (PDF Document, 11kb)
- Chapter 6: Use of Plastic Pipe in Buildings -- UMC/6/#1 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 13: Gas Meter Locations for Buildings Without Yards -- UMC/13/#1 - 7/1/96 (PDF Document, 12kb)

Commercial Plumbing Codes

Uniform Plumbing Code - Chapter 3, 6, 7 & 11 (view all)

- Chapter 3: Location of Main Water Supply Shut-off Valve and Protection of Water Supply Piping in Unconditioned Space -- UPC/3/#1 - 3/1/99 (PDF Document, 11kb)
- Chapter 6: Use of Plastic Pipe in Buildings -- UPC/6/#1 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 6: Rainwater Harvesting Systems for Interior Use or Combined Interior and Exterior Use -- UPC/6/#2 - 3/13/01 (PDF Document, 344kb)
- Chapter 7: Procedure for Inspecting Sewer Bores -- UPC/7/#1 - 7/1/96 (PDF Document, 10kb)
- Chapter 7: Minimum Width Allowances for Private Plumbing and Sewer Easements -- UPC/7/#2 - 8/1/06 (PDF Document, 48kb)
- Chapter 11: Alternative Methods for Stormwater Drainage -- UPC/11/#1 - 7/1/96 (PDF Document, 9kb)

Commercial Electrical Codes

National Electrical Code - Chapter 230, 701 & 702 (view all)

- Chapter 230: Multiple Electrical Services in the Same Building -- NEC/230/#1 - 4/17/13
- Chapter 7: Generator Installation for Required Emergency and Standby Power Supply Systems -- NEC/7/#1 - 1/16/13
- Chapter 702: Optional Installation of Fuel Fired Generators for Emergency and Standby Power Supply Systems for One and Two Family Dwellings -- NEC/702/#1 - 9/1/99 (PDF Document, 16kb)

One & Two Family Dwelling Codes

Cabo - Chapter 1, 3, 4, 6, 11, 14 & 21 (view all)

- Chapter 1: Expiration of Residential Permits -- CABO/1/#1 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 1: Residential Fire Sprinklers -- CABO/1/#4 - 3/1/99 (PDF Document, 13kb)
- Chapter 4: Loose Fill Insulation on Sloped Ceilings -- CABO/E4/#1 - 3/1/99 (PDF Document, 8kb)
- Chapter 4: Design Loads for Elevated Structural Driveways and Parking Decks -- CABO/4/#2 - 3/1/99 (PDF Document, 10kb)
- Chapter 6: Foam Plastic Materials in Fire Blocking -- CABO/6/#1 (Rescinded Nov. 1, 2005) (PDF Document, 62kb)
- Chapter 11: Optional Installation of Fuel Fired Generators for Emergency and Standby Power Supply Systems for One and Two Family Dwellings -- CAB0/11/#1 - 9/1/99 (PDF Document, 16kb)
- Chapter 14: Alternate Methods for Stormwater Drainage -- CABO/14/#1 - 7/1/96 (PDF Document, 9kb)
- Chapter 21: Installation of Unvented Heaters in Buildings -- CABO/21/#1 - 2/1/00 (PDF Document, 62kb)

International Residential Code - Chapter 1, 3 , 34 and Appendix N (AN) (view all)

- Chapter 1: Cargo Containers Used as Accessory Storage Structures -- IRC/1/#2 - 1/29/13
- Chapter 1: Four Story Structures Regulated Under the Oregon Residential Specialty Code -- IRC/1/#3 - 5/1/12 (PDF Document, 122kb)
- Chapter 3: Habitable Space Standards for Existing Elements Within One and Two Family Dwellings -- IRC/3/#1 - 01/16/13 (PDF Document, 120kb)
- Chapter 34: Rainwater Harvesting Systems for Interior Use or Combined Interior and Exterior Use -- IRC/34/#1 - 3/13/01 (PDF Document, 344kb)
- Appendix N: Exterior Wall and Opening Protection at Private Streets -- IBC/7/#6 & IRC/AN/#2 - 8/23/07
- Appendix N: Building Projections Into Private Streets -- IBC/7/#7 & IRC/AN/#3 - 7/14/06

Program Guides

Accessory Dwelling Units - 2/20/13 (PDF Document, 146kb)
Change of Occupancy (PDF Document, 82kb)
Combination Permits for 1 & 2 Family Dwellings (PDF Document, 25kb)
Commercial Plumbing Plan Requirements - 10/1/06 (PDF Document, 64kb)
Commercial Reroof Permit Program - 12/01/12 (PDF Document, 134kb)
Egress Lighting (Rescinded) (PDF Document, 255kb)
Electrical Master Permit Program - 12/1/11 (PDF Document, 148kb)
Electrical Plan Review - 10/1/06 (PDF Document, 71kb)
Field Issuance Remodel Program - 03/18/13 (PDF Document, 149kb)
Facility Permit Program - 4/1/11 (PDF Document, 161kb)
Firestopping (PDF Document, 33kb)
Illegal Dumping (PDF Document, 22kb)
Medical Gas & Vacuum System (PDF Document, 99kb)
Minor Mechanical Labels - 7/1/11 (PDF Document, 146kb)
Minor Plumbing Labels (PDF Document, 170kb)
Minor Structural Labels - 2/13/09 (PDF Document, 148kb)
Partial Electrical Permits (PDF Document, 23kb)
Permit Cancellation, Extension and Expiration - 2/1/10 (PDF Document, 56kb)
Residential Certificate of Occupancy - 7/1/07 (PDF Document, 65kb)
Rain Gardens for Existing Impervious Area Located in Eastside Combined Sewer Basins - 12/01/11 (PDF Document, 304kb)
Solar Water Heating and Photovoltaic Electric Generators Installed on Commercial Buildings - 12/01/10 (PDF Document, 948kb)
Sign & Awning Permits (PDF Document, 49kb)
Solar Water Heating and Photovoltaic Electric Generators Installed on One or Two Family Dwellings - 12/01/10 (PDF Document, 949kb)
Temporary Certificate of Occupancy (PDF Document, 71kb)
Temporary Electrical Permits (PDF Document, 25kb)
Use of Classrooms Located above the First Floor By Children in Grades K, 1 & 2 - 1/30/08 (PDF Document, 273kb)