OAR 837-039-0035
Exempt Status Renewal and Termination

(1)

Once granted, exempt status may remain in effect:

(a)

Unless terminated by the State Fire Marshal for cause pursuant to ORS 476.030 (Powers and duties of marshal and deputies generally)(3) and OAR 837-039-0041 (Appeals of Termination of Exempt Status); or

(b)

Upon 90 days written termination notice by the exempt jurisdiction to the State Fire Marshal; or

(c)

Unless there is an unsatisfactory biennial review by the State Fire Marshal of the exempt authority’s program and administration.

(2)

The Exempt Jurisdiction shall re-affirm their intention to extend their exemption at least 30 days prior to the termination of their current two-year period pursuant to ORS 476.030 (Powers and duties of marshal and deputies generally)(3) and OAR 837-039-0041 (Appeals of Termination of Exempt Status).

(3)

Application for renewal of exemption shall be made on a form approved by the State Fire Marshal.

(4)

An application for renewal shall attest that the last OSFM-approved plan for the Exempt Jurisdiction fire prevention and investigation program is being maintained as required in OAR 837-039-0031 (Applications for Exempt Status).

(5)

Office of State Fire Marshal shall review the application and reply to the applicant in writing within 30 days with acceptance, denial or request for additional information.

Source: Rule 837-039-0035 — Exempt Status Renewal and Termination, https://secure.­sos.­state.­or.­us/oard/view.­action?ruleNumber=837-039-0035 (accessed May 26, 2025).

May 26, 2025

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