Beaverton does not have a specific beekeeping ordinance. The Development Code defines agriculture to include apiaries. Oregon state law (ORS 602) requires registration with the Oregon Department of Agriculture for beekeepers with 5 or more colonies. Local governments may adopt ordinances consistent with best practices per ORS 602.035.
Beaverton's Development Code (Section 9.05.015) defines agriculture to include apiaries, suggesting beekeeping is recognized as a permitted agricultural activity. The city has not adopted a specific residential beekeeping ordinance based on the League of Oregon Cities model ordinance. Under Oregon state law (ORS 602), beekeepers managing 5 or more colonies must register with the Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA). Local governments may regulate beekeeping consistent with best practices described in ORS 602.035 and may charge reasonable registration fees. OSU Extension Service publishes residential beekeeping best-practice guidelines (EM 9186).
Unauthorized hives: removal order. Nuisance complaints: mediation then fines. Unregistered apiary: ODA enforcement.
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