The Plumbing Code Board of Appeal consists of three members appointed by the Mayor as described in Title 25.
- One member shall be a plumbing contractor whose experience and training qualify him to decide matters concerning the safety of installations and devices regulated by PCC Title 25.
- One member shall be a person engaged in the design of plumbing installations whose experience and training qualify him to decide matters concerning the safety of installations and devices.
- One member who shall be a member of the public-at-large.
The Plumbing Code Board of Appeal hears appeals of plumbing code issues which are appealed beyond the Administrative Appeals Board. The Appeals Board may affirm, annul or modify the action of Portland Permitting & Development on the condition that substantially equivalent safety is provided that generally conforms to national standards concerning fire prevention, fire safety measures, and building construction requirements for safety.
Plumbing Code Board of Appeal appointments shall be for three-year terms. Appeal Board members may serve no more than two three-year terms; however board members may serve a third term if their board has not convened in the board member’s first two terms or, unless the Director recommends approval of a longer term, and the Mayor and City Council approve the extended appointment. Vacancies occurring prior to the end of a term for whatever cause may be filled by qualified persons through appointment by the Mayor for the remainder of the term.
This board meets as appeals are received.
See the Building Code Appeals area for how to file your appeal.