OAR 813 § 813-310-0055
Light Switches, Electrical Outlets and Environmental Control Requirements
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Light switches, electrical outlets and environmental controls in the dwelling units shall be installed no lower than 15 inches, or any higher than 48 inches, above the adjacent floor level.
Oregon Administrative Rule OAR 813 § 813-310-0055 establishes specific height requirements for light switches, electrical outlets, and environmental controls inside dwelling units. These controls must be mounted no lower than 15 inches and no higher than 48 inches above the adjacent floor. This range is designed to ensure that such fixtures are reachable and accessible to a broad range of occupants.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under OAR 813 § 813-310-0055, compliant operators ensure that all light switches, electrical outlets, and environmental controls in dwelling units are installed within the 15-to-48-inch height range measured from the adjacent floor level. This typically means verifying placement during construction, renovation, or any electrical work before units are occupied. Property managers generally document installation specifications to demonstrate compliance with this accessibility-oriented standard.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
OAR 813 § 813-310-0055 establishes that light switches, electrical outlets, and environmental controls in your dwelling unit must be installed within a specific height range—no lower than 15 inches and no higher than 48 inches above the floor. If fixtures in a unit appear to fall outside these bounds, tenants may have grounds to raise this as a habitability or accessibility concern. Tenant-rights organizations or Oregon's housing agencies can provide general information about how to document concerns and what complaint or enforcement paths may be available.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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