Oregon Administrative Rules
Chapter 629 - DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY
Division 630 - HARVESTING
Section 629-630-0000 - Purpose
Current through Register Vol. 63, No. 9, September 1, 2024
(1) Harvesting of forest tree species is an integral part of forest management by which wood for human use is obtained and by which forests are established and tended.
(2) Harvesting operations result in a temporary disturbance to the forest environment.
(3) The purpose of the harvesting rules is to establish standards for forest practices that will maintain the productivity of forestland, minimize soil and debris entering waters of the state, and protect wildlife and fish habitat.
(4) OARs 629-630-0000 through 629-630-0800 shall be known as the harvesting rules.
(5) The harvesting rules shall apply to all forest practices regions unless otherwise indicated.
Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 527.710
Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 527.715 & 527.765