This General Permit authorizes the placement and removal of ocean renewable energy facilities in the territorial sea for the purpose of research or demonstration in an area not to exceed 53 contiguous acres per project, measured as the surface expression of a vertical column between the ocean surface and the ocean floor. Cables, pipes or conduit extending from the facility to the ocean shore are not included in the 53-acre limitation.

Statutory/Other Authority

ORS Chapter 183, ORS 196.810, ORS 196.817, ORS 196.485(3), ORS 197.180 & ORS 196.405-583

Statutes/Other Implemented

ORS 196.600-692 & ORS 196.795-990

History

DSL 54-2018, minor correction filed 01/05/2018, effective 01/05/2018
DSL 5-2017, adopt filed 12/28/2017, effective 01/01/2018