As used in ORS 479.020 and 479.060, “story” means:
(1) That portion of a building included between the upper surface of any floor and the upper surface of the floor next above;
(2) For the topmost story, that portion of a building included between the upper surface of the topmost floor and the ceiling or roof above; and
(3) A basement, cellar or unused under-floor space, if the finished floor level directly above the basement, cellar or unused under-floor space is more than:
(a) Six feet above the ground surrounding the building for more than 50 percent of the total perimeter; or
(b) Twelve feet above the ground surrounding the building at any point. [2005 c.22 §363]
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