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Interconnection devices in Oregon

Which codes apply? In Oregon, interconnection devices fall under the 2026 NEC and the 2024 IRC.

Backup switches, gateways, meter adapters, and the device that islands a home. State record read Oct 18, 2026. Data as of Oct 26, 2026.

Codes that reach interconnection devices

The edition Oregon enforces for each code that governs the product, and the part of the code that does.

  1. NECNational Electrical Code
    2026 NECVerified

    in force since Oct 1, 2026

    Where it reaches the product. Article 705 for the point of connection, 230 for the service, and 702 for optional standby systems.

    2026 Oregon Electrical Specialty Code · OAR 918-305-0100; Oregon amendments in OAR 918-305-0105 Table 1-E

    The Oregon NEC record
  2. IRCInternational Residential Code
    2024 IRCVerified

    in force since Oct 1, 2026

    Where it reaches the product. Chapter 37 and the electrical provisions that mirror the NEC.

    2026 Oregon Residential Specialty Code · OAR 918-480-0005

    The Oregon IRC record

Oregon laws that name interconnection devices

On the site: nine laws, rules, orders, and bills, newest first.

Law or ruleKindStageDateWhat it does
OPUC Docket AR 688Docket AR 688RuleVerifiedPendingSep 30, 2026Proposes updates to the small generator interconnection and net metering rules. Source (opens in a new tab)
OPUC Order No. 26-368Order No. 26-368Commission orderPartialIn forceSep 30, 2026Directs the three investor-owned utilities to add a single-disconnect option for net metering systems and a transfer trip description in their 2027 handbook updates. Source (opens in a new tab)
OAR 860-082-0060 and related Division 82 rulesOregon Administrative Rules DatabaseRulePartialExpiredSep 4, 2026Temporarily amended the Tier 4 interconnection review rule for generators up to 10 megawatts, from Apr 1 through Sep 4, 2026. Source (opens in a new tab)
HB 4029Oregon Laws 2026BillPartialIn forceJun 5, 2026Requires residential solar sellers to use licensed installers and give a plain-language disclosure of up to four pages. Source (opens in a new tab)
HB 2065Oregon Laws 2025BillPartialIn forceSep 26, 2025Requires utilities to offer microgrid applicants third-party studies, technical data within 21 days, free design feedback within 30 days, and 90-day decisions on qualifying applications. Source (opens in a new tab)
HB 2066Oregon Laws 2025BillPartialIn forceSep 26, 2025Requires the utility commission to set a microgrid framework within 18 months, covering interconnection, safety standards, and compensation for excess energy sold to utilities. Source (opens in a new tab)
OPUC Order No. 24-448Order No. 24-448Commission orderPartialIn forceDec 19, 2024Approves the three investor-owned utilities' small generator interconnection agreements, with changes. Source (opens in a new tab)
OAR chapter 860Oregon Administrative Rules DatabaseRulePartialIn forceApr 9, 2024Sets utility interconnection rules for small generators, and its definitions treat energy storage as part of a generator facility. Source (opens in a new tab)
OPUC Docket AR 659Docket AR 659 hearings reportCommission orderPartialIn forceApr 9, 2024Adopted 2024 changes to the net metering and small generator interconnection rules. Source (opens in a new tab)

Every Oregon law on interconnection devices, with filters

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