ORS 455.155 gives the Department of Consumer and Business Services the authority to create a statewide permit and inspection system for minor construction work. The Oregon Building Codes Division under the Department of Consumer and Business Services has created a statewide minor labels program. Implementation rules are found in Oregon Administrative Rules 918-100-000 through 918-100-060. The Bureau will operate the Minor Electrical Label Program in accordance with the Oregon Administrative Rules. The Minor Installation Label Program utilizes minor labels in lieu of regular electrical permits.

Minor Electrical Labels may be used in all occupancies (including commercial, industrial, apartment, multi-family and one- and two- family residence installations). As provided by Oregon law, the Tri-County Service Center sells minor electrical labels. The Bureau will refer all requests for minor electrical labels to the Tri-County Service Center.

The Building Official, in accordance with Oregon Administrative Rule 918-100-0060, will conduct inspections and issue necessary correction notices for labels issued by the Tri-County Service Center.

It is unlawful to violate the requirements of this section. Any violation of this section may be sanctioned by application of the remedies provided in Portland City Code Section 3.30.040.