OAR 918-020-0015
Definitions
(1)
For the purpose of an alternative approval process for single-family dwelling conversions as used in OAR 918-020-0390 (Alternative Approval Process for Single-Family Dwelling Conversions), the listed terms are defined as follows:(a)
“Alternate method” means a proposal from an alternate approval process permit applicant to meet the standard of care for fire life safety protection for the items listed in OAR 918-020-0390 (Alternative Approval Process for Single-Family Dwelling Conversions)(1) as required by the state building code for a dwelling conversion in a manner other than what is listed in code, including consideration of alternate construction methods and materials that achieve equivalent safety.(b)
“Modification” means a proposal from an alternate approval process permit applicant for dwelling conversion to address one or more building code requirements in a similar manner as required by the state building code. A modification is not a waiver. Modifications address the general code requirement but do not have to meet an equivalent standard of care, or a specific code requirement. A modification is not permissible for the items listed in OAR 918-020-0390 (Alternative Approval Process for Single-Family Dwelling Conversions)(1).(c)
“Waiver” means a proposal from an alternate approval process permit applicant for dwelling conversion to waive a non-building safety code requirement. A waiver is not permissible for the items listed in OAR 918-020-0390 (Alternative Approval Process for Single-Family Dwelling Conversions)(1).(2)
“Full-service program” means a building inspection program that assumes administration and enforcement of all of the specialty code programs listed in ORS 455.148 (Comprehensive municipal building inspection programs)(1).
Source:
Rule 918-020-0015 — Definitions, https://secure.sos.state.or.us/oard/view.action?ruleNumber=918-020-0015
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