Council hears first reading to adopt Oregon building codes by reference; amendment narrows references and removes outdated RV language

Oct 9, 2025

Council held a first reading to adopt the state building codes by reference. Committee staff said the change would keep city code aligned with evolving Oregon Revised Statutes and Oregon Administrative Rules. Councilor Dunphy’s amendment, introduced through staff, would streamline references and remove obsolete recreational vehicle language; the am

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Portland City Council took up a first reading Wednesday to update city code by adopting the State of Oregon building codes by reference, a move staff and the homelessness and housing committee said will reduce repetitive ordinance updates and improve legal clarity.

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