Beekeeping in unincorporated Multnomah County is subject to state ODA registration requirements (5+ hives). County Vector Control handles bee nuisance complaints. Multnomah County Code Title 13 may apply to livestock and beekeeping in residential zones.
Oregon Department of Agriculture (ODA) registration is required for 5+ beehives anywhere in Oregon. In unincorporated Multnomah County, beekeeping on residential properties is subject to County Code Title 13 (Animals) provisions. Multnomah County Vector Control and Code Enforcement handles bee swarm and nuisance bee complaints: 503-988-3464. Following OSU Extension Service best practices for residential beekeeping is strongly recommended. Zoning in rural areas may allow larger-scale apiary operations; residential zones have different standards. Contact Land Use Planning for zone-specific allowances: 503-988-3043.
Unauthorized hives: removal order. Nuisance complaints: mediation then fines. Unregistered apiary: ODA enforcement.
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