E-Notification

File a E-Notification

The Oregon Forest Practices Act governs forestry work on non-federal lands. The person responsible for the forestry work must notify ODF. The person must file a Notification of Operation or Permit to Use Fire or Power Driven Machinery before starting the work.

File notifications at least 15 days before starting the operation
Get a permit for operations that use fire or power driven machinery

The responsible person (such as a forest landowner, timber owner, or operator) can file a notification online.

The system:

Notifies the State Forester about the forest operation
Applies for a permit to operate power driven machinery or use fire
Notifies the State Forester and Department of Revenue about the intent to harvest timber

File a E-Notification

Subscribe to E-Notification

Anyone can subscribe to receive copies of notifications and updates. People who want information about plans for forestry work or to submit official comments about the plans can use the subscriber service. Subscriptions last through December 31 and can be easily renewed.

No fees apply when using the online service.

To subscribe online:

Create account to subscribe
Pick an area and activities
Receive email alerts and view notifications, related maps, and written plans
Send comments within 14 days of a filed notification with a written plan

To receive a paper subscription:

Complete the subscription application
Enclose a check or money order for the total amount, payable to the State Forester
Mail or deliver the forms and payment to your local ODF office
Receive notifications by mail
Send comments within 14 days of a filed notification with a written plan

Register with E-Notification for helicopter pesticide application communications

Anyone may register their qualified residence and surface water intake to receive communications about helicopter pesticide applications within one (1) mile of their home or surface water intake.

Registration lasts through December 31 and may be renewed every year.

No fees apply when using the online service.

To register online:

Create an account to register
Register your home or surface water intake location
Provide your address / tax lot ID or the GIS location of your surface water intake
Receive email and text communications about planned helicopter pesticide applications nearby