Oregon Administrative Rules Chapter 812 - CONSTRUCTION CONTRACTORS BOARD
Here’s a thorough overview of OAR Chapter 812 – Construction Contractors Board, current as of late May 2025:
📘 Chapter 812 – Construction Contractors Board
🗂️ Divisions
Div 1 – Administration
Div 2 – Definitions
Div 3 – Licensing (§ 812‑003‑0002 to § 812‑003‑0440)
Div 4 – Complaints
Div 5 – Enforcement
Div 6 – Responsible Managing Individual, Pre-Licensure Training & Testing
Div 7 – Licensing for Lead‑Based Paint Activities
Div 8 – Home Inspection Certification/Licensing
Div 9 – Contested Case Hearings & Appeal Committee
Div 10 – CCB Arbitration by the Board
Div 11 – Approved Training & Professional Credentials
Div 12 – Contractor Duties
Div 20 – Continuing Education: Commercial Endorsements
21–22. Div 21–22 – Continuing Education: Residential Contractors
Div 25 – Energy Efficiency & Sustainable Technology Loans (EEAST)
Div 30 – Locksmith Certification
Div 32 – Home Energy Assessor (oregon.public.law, law.cornell.edu)
🔍 Selected Highlights
⚙️ Division 3 – Licensing
Covers license requirements, bond/insurance specifics, renewal processes, independent contractor criteria (§ 812‑003‑0240 elaborates that being “free from direction and control” is essential to qualify as an independent contractor) (oregon.public.law).
🎓 Division 6 – Pre-Licensure Training & Testing
Training providers must be approved by the Board. They must offer at least 16 hours of training, submit trainer credentials, maintain records for 6 years, and ensure at least 70% first-time pass rate on exams—or risk revocation (regulations.justia.com).
🏠 Division 7 – Lead-Based Paint Licensing
Defines licensing and certification requirements for lead-based paint activities (contractors and renovators), including fees ($50/year), notification, work-practice, and civil penalties (up to $5,000 per violation) (oregon.gov).
🔧 Division 12 – Contractor Duties
Specifies required contract terms, maintenance schedules, consumer notices, Homebuyer Protection Act disclosures, liens, and handling of unpaid judgments (§ 812‑012‑0170) (law.cornell.edu).
📚 Division 20 – Continuing Education for Commercial Contractors
Allows credit earned as a residential contractor to count toward continuing education for commercial endorsements (§ 812‑020‑0071) (law.cornell.edu).
✅ Practical Takeaways
Licensing is rigorous: Beyond exams, firms need proper bonding, insurance, and adherence to independent contractor rules.
Training provider accountability: They’re monitored for quality and exam outcomes.
Lead paint requirements: Involve certification, work practices, fees, and significant penalties.
Contractual duties: Include mandated disclosures and liability around unpaid court judgments.
CE flexibility: Residential CE credits may count for commercial contractors under certain rules.
🛠️ Access & Where to Go Next
The official text is maintained by Oregon’s Secretary of State OAR database and summarized by OregonLaws and Cornell LII (oregon.gov, oregon.public.law, casetext.com, law.cornell.edu).
For specific sections, I can provide detailed text—for example:
Pre-licensure training rules (§ 812‑006‑0200)
Independent contractor criteria (§ 812‑003‑0240)
Contractor contract and disclosure duties (§ 812‑012‑0110+)
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