Such a partnership would allow flexibility in following the Oregon Forest Practices Act by taking into consideration site specific variables based on region, slope, aspect, soil type, etc. Landowner Liability and Illegal Activities Landowners are concerned that laws designed to limit their liability resulting from trespass, dumping, or public use may not protect them very well in court. Liability insurance has become very expensive. We are also concerned with illegal activities that occur on our forest lands. OSWA also supports other rural programs to help prevent illegal activities and losses by theft and vandalism.
Many landowners do a better job managing forests when they live on their property.
OSWA supports land use laws and regulations that allow for dwellings that provide opportunities to enhance good forest management practices, if such dwellings will not cause conflicts with neighboring forest owners.