LCB Rulemaking

Overview

This page will display proposed rue changes of the State Landscape Contractors Board and announce the comment period for public comments. You can also review recently adopted rules and link to the agency's current, published rules.

Proposed Rule Notices

There are no proposed rule changes for public comment.

Recently Adopted Rules

These rules are final and have been filed with the Secretary of State. Newly adopted permanent rules will remain posted for approximately six months. Information on rulemakings older than six months may be obtained from the Oregon Secretary of State Administrative Rules Database.

May 21, 2025 - Amendment to the 2023-2025 biennium budget and adoption of the 2025-2027 biennium budget with a fee increase:

The State Landscape Contractors Board approved the rule language on May 16, 2025 and the rules were filed with the Secretary of State on May 20, 2025. The fee increase is effective October 1, 2025. Further information about the fee increase will be announce on the Board's website and sent to all licensees. Final Permanent Rule Filing.

August 1, 2025 - This rule aligns the CEH requirement for reinstatement of an expired or inactive license with the current renewal requirement. No additional CEH is being required with this change. Final Permanent Rule Filing.

September 24, 2025 - Right to cancel a contract - This rule aligns the rules with the new law (SB 865). This allows all consumers, including renters, to cancel a contract with a landscape contracting business within three business days of signing a contract. Final Permanent Rule.

January 1, 2026 - Bond Structure - This rule aligns the rules with the new law (SB 864). This requires all landscape contracting businesses to carry a $20,000 bond, except for probationary licenses. Final Permanent Rule.

2025 Rulemaking Planning Calendar

2028 - OAR 808-003-0210 (CPI increase pursuant to ORS 671.540(1)(h))

Published Rules

Oregon Revised Statutes (Laws)
The agency's statutory authority is found in the following laws:
ORS Chapter 671.520 to 671.997

Oregon Administrative Rule
These rules are administered by the agency:
OAR Chapter 808 (insert 808 in search)

These additional related laws may not be administered by the agency:
ORS 87.001 to 87..093 - Construction Liens
ORS 279C - Public Contracting
ORS 447.060(2) - Plumbing (backflow)
ORS 479.940 - Electrical Safety (irrigation and lighting wiring)
ORS 571.005 to 571.250 - Nurseries
ORS 600.600 Independent Contractors
ORS 656.021 to 656.128 Workers' Compensation ORS 701 - Construction Contractors Board

Quick Links

Oregon Secretary of State Administrative Rules Database

Oregon Transparency Website, Administrative Rules Section

State Agency Rules Coordinator Contact List

Contact Us

Kim Gladwill-Rowley LCB Rules Coordinator lcb.info@lcb.oregon.gov

Accommodations

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, this information is available in alternative formats upon request.

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