Supporting local communities
The Building Codes Division of the Department of Consumer and Business Services supports seven different advisory boards. These boards assist the division in carrying out its mission of ensuring safe construction practices while promoting a positive business climate. Members of these boards are vital participants in statewide decision-making and have the opportunity to assist in developing a wide variety of important governmental policies. Major issues range from licensing, enforcement, education, conservation, and safety – all of which are critical to the ongoing success of the state of Oregon.
Board members provide expert knowledge, advice, and recommendations concerning several areas: licensure standards; education and experience qualifications of licensure applicants; standards for professional and industry practice, competence, and conduct; vigorous enforcement of these standards; disciplinary hearing process for violation of professional licensing laws or rules by licensees; and revisions to the rules and regulations necessary to carry out the provisions of the licensing laws. Although many board members are licensed in the profession or industry represented by the board, every board has one or more positions reserved for public members who serve a vital role as representatives of the public interest, generally, and as consumers. Public members bring a unique background and perspective that is invaluable as the board conducts its wide range of duties.