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Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 196 § 196.860 — Enforcement powers of director

Oregon Revised Statutes Chapter 196 ·
Oregon Code § 196.860 · Enacted · Last updated March 01, 2026
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Enforcement powers of director. (1) If the Director of the Department of State Lands determines that material is being removed from or filling is occurring in any of the waters of this state without a permit issued under ORS 196.825, or in a manner contrary to the conditions set out in the permit, or in a manner contrary to the conditions set out in an order approving a wetland conservation plan, the director may: (a) Investigate, hold hearings, make orders and take action, as provided in ORS 196.600 to 196.921, as soon as possible. (b) For the purpose of investigating conditions relating to the removal or filling, through the employees or the duly authorized representatives of the Department of State Lands, enter at reasonable times upon any private or public property. (c) Conduct public hearings in accordance with ORS chapter 183. (d) Publish findings and recommendations as they are developed relative to public policies and procedures necessary for the correction of conditions or violations of ORS
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