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SB 1551STATE · OregonIntroduced

Relating to fire hardening of residential properties; and prescribing an effective date.

Invalidates deed restrictions and planned community governing documents prohibiting the [<i>removal</i>]<b> replacement</b> of nonfire-hardened building materials or installation of fire-hardened building materials on residential properties. Limits a homeowners association's ability to enforce regulations that would constrain installation of fire-hardened building materials. Applies to new and existing deed restrictions and planned communities. Takes effect on the 91st day following adjournment sine die.

Voted: 4/6/2026Source

How representatives voted

70 yea·0 nay·18 other

Action history

  • 4/6/2026Effective date, June 5, 2026.
  • 4/6/2026Chapter 86, 2026 Laws.
  • 3/31/2026Governor signed.
  • 3/5/2026Speaker signed.
  • 3/5/2026President signed.
  • 3/3/2026Third reading. Carried by Helfrich. Passed.
  • 2/27/2026Second reading.
  • 2/27/2026Recommendation: Do pass.
  • 2/26/2026Public Hearing and Work Session held.
  • 2/20/2026Referred to Housing and Homelessness.