Port of Hood River Marina Rules & Regulations

2025-26-24.Resolution.MarinaRules.pdf

Marina Rules & Regulations were adopted by by the Commission on May 19, 2026 by Resolution 2025-26-24.

PURPOSE

The purpose of these Rules and Regulations is to promote the safe and efficient operation of the Marina
and provide better service for boaters and the public. It is the intent of the Port to encourage
Tenant/Licensees to contribute to the efficient operation of the Marina by following the rules and
regulations established for this purpose.

Definitions

Accessory watercrafts – shall mean jet skis, kayaks, skiffs, rowboats, etc.
Agreement – shall mean mutually executed Moorage Rental Agreement, Boathouse Lease, or other contract between the Port and a Tenant/Licensee.
Berth – shall mean a designated space or location where a boat is moored or tied up at a Marina dock.
Betterment List – shall mean a waitlist for requested slip location changes created and maintained by the Port.
Boathouse – shall mean a stationary sheltered structure over water designed primarily for storage and protection of boats and their related equipment, though some may include small recreation areas.
Dinghy – shall mean a small open boat designed as a tender or lifeboat.
Marina – shall mean all areas encompassing the Port of Hood River Marina Basin, both upland, parking lots, and docks.
Port – shall mean the Port of Hood River, and when appropriate may mean any person authorized to represent the Port.
Secondary Vessels – shall mean any dinghy, accessory watercraft, or jet ski.
Slip – shall mean a mooring space located within the Marina.
South Basin – shall mean the dock located on the southern shore of the Marina.
Tenant/Licensee – shall mean the owner of a boat, boathouse, or floatplane moored legally within the Marina.
User – shall mean a person or entity that utilizes the facilities and services of the Marina, including tenants, commercial operators, tourists, and the public accessing Marina adjacent amenities.
Vessel and Boat – shall mean any floating watercraft used for transportation on water that has the capacity for movement or navigation and a purpose of carrying people, goods, or equipment across water.

Boathouses or floatplanes shall also be considered boats for these Rules & Regulations, where appropriate. Personal watercrafts (PWC), wave runners, jet skis or vessels under 16’ do not qualify for slips.

General

The Port reserves the right to change the Marina Rules and Regulations from time to time. Any such changes shall be posted on the Port’s website at www.portofhoodriver.com, and shall be effective on date specified in the adopting resolution unless a later date is specified by the Port. Marina users are responsible for knowing, understanding and complying with the current and updated Marina Rules and Regulations. Failure to adhere to these Marina Rules and Regulations may result in moorage termination and penalties. The Port Commission authorizes Port staff, including the Marina Manager, to enforce these rules and regulations by written or verbal directions or any other legal means. The Port reserves the right to interpret and enforce these Rules and Regulations as determined necessary by the Port in its sole discretion to protect safety, Marina operations, environmental compliance, infrastructure, and equitable public access.
Marina users shall comply with lawful directions issued by authorized Port staff related to safety, operations, moorage management, parking, vessel movement, and enforcement of these Rules and Regulations. Failure to comply may result in removal from Port property, termination of moorage privileges, citation, or other enforcement action.
When a boat enters the Marina, it immediately comes under the jurisdiction of the Port and shall be berthed or anchored only where authorized by the Port. Port staff may deny the use of any of the facilities of the Marina or moorage when not in the best interest of the Port or the Marina. If Port staff determines that a vessel is not sea-worthy, moorage may be denied.
The Marina is a regulated facility owned and operated by the Port. The intended use of the Marina slips is for recreational purposes, not for storage. Any commercial activity in the Marina requires a separate Port permit that may or may not be granted.
The Port is certified by the Oregon State Marine Board as a “Clean Marina.” Annual surveys are submitted to the OSMB and site visits are conducted every three years for recertification. The Port of Hood River Marina was recertified as a Clean Marina in 2024. Review the Clean Boater information available from the Oregon State Marine Board here: https://www.oregon.gov/osmb/boater-info/pages/clean-marinas.aspx .

Information is listed by topic in alphabetic order.

Agreements

1. Agreements with the Port will only be executed with the owner of the boat that is to occupy the assigned slip and noted as the Tenant/Licensee of record. Marina slips are assigned solely to the approved Tenant/Licensee and approved vessel of record. Unauthorized occupancy, use, or placement of any vessel in a slip by a person or vessel not approved by the Port is strictly prohibited and shall constitute a material breach of the Agreement. The Port may terminate the Agreement, revoke Marina access privileges, and require immediate removal of the vessel without additional warning or opportunity to cure.

2. Subleasing, sharing, lending, transferring, or allowing occupancy of a slip by another person or vessel is prohibited unless expressly authorized in writing by the Port.

3. Marina moorage is a revocable privilege and not a property right. Execution or renewal of an Agreement does not create any right or expectation to continued moorage beyond the stated Agreement term.

4. Personal Watercrafts (PWC), jet skis, wave runners, or boats under 16 feet do not qualify for slips in the Marina moorage.

5. All agreements executed with a tenant/licensee must include the following language: “Tenant/Licensee agrees to comply with all applicable federal, state, county, and city laws and rules, as well as all Port ordinances, in addition to the Marina Moorage Rules & Regulations.” Any violation may result in immediate termination of this agreement.

6. Tenant/Licensees must annually provide proof of ownership of the vessel that will occupy their assigned slip. Failure or inability to provide satisfactory proof of ownership will result in denial of moorage privileges or termination.

7. Documents, including but not limited to the following, will be required before executing an Agreement and must name the Tenant of record:

Current certificate of Title showing proper owner(s), or loan documents.
Current State Registration Certificate or USCG Documentation showing owner(s).
Certificate of Insurance showing owner(s) as a primary policy holder and naming the Port as additional insured

8. Tenant/Licensee agreements may be denied, or tenancy may be terminated immediately if any information related to an Agreement is misrepresented, incomplete, inaccurate or falsified. The Port reserves the right to verify all verbal or written information presented to confirm that the Vessel in an assigned berth is, in fact, owned by the person who signed the Agreement, and to deny any application for any reason not specifically restricted by law.

9. Contact information provided to the Port by the Tenant/Licensee shall be kept current at all times, including emergency contact information. It is the Tenant/Licensee’s responsibility to inform the Port of any changes.

10. New Tenant/Licensees that do not have vessels have 90 days from slip acceptance to purchase a vessel and provide evidence of the purchase to the Port. Permission for extension must be approved by the Marina Manager. Extensions longer than 6 months will not be considered unless there are extreme circumstances and must be approved by the Port Executive Director.

11. All Tenant/Licensee boats MUST be moored in the slip assigned to the Tenant/Licensee in an Agreement. All boats shall be the appropriate size for the slip and tied up in berths or at moorings according to good maritime practice. The overall length of the vessel must NOT exceed the assigned slip allowance without Port written approval.

12. By signing an agreement with the Port, Tenant/Licensee acknowledges that Tenant/Licensee has inspected the assigned slip and is satisfied the slip is in good condition and adequate for the safe mooring of Tenant/Licensee’s boat. Each Tenant/Licensee accepts the Marina and Slip in their present condition and understands that the Marina dock and slip is being rented “AS-IS”.

13. The Port reserves the right to relocate any Tenant/Licensee to another moorage slip at any time, and to allocate the use of any moorage as determined necessary by the Port in its sole discretion.

14. No offensive activities shall be carried on by a Tenant/Licensee at or in the immediate vicinity of the Marina. A Tenant/Licensee shall not engage in any activity that might be dangerous to life or limb nor permit any objectionable noise or odor on Tenant/Licensee’s boat, in the Marina, or on adjacent premises, nor do anything which will create a nuisance or disturb, interfere with or jeopardize the enjoyment of the Marina or of the adjoining property by others. The Port reserves the right in its sole discretion to determine whether an activity is considered “offensive.”

15. A Tenant/Licensee shall be responsible for and assure compliance with the terms of these rules and regulations by Tenant/Licensee’s invitees, guests and family members. Any violation of these terms by Tenant/Licensee, or their invitees, guests, or family members is considered a breach of Agreement by Tenant/Licensee.

Anchoring and Shoreline Tie-Up

Anchoring within the Marina Basin is prohibited unless expressly authorized in writing by the Marina Manager or required due to an emergency condition affecting the safety of the vessel or Marina. Shoreline tie-up, beaching, or securing vessels to rocks, riprap, docks, railings, vegetation, signs, fences, or other Port property within the Marina Basin or adjacent shoreline areas is prohibited unless specifically authorized by the Port. Vessels may not be stored, moored, or left unattended while anchored or tied along the shoreline, seawall, or other unauthorized areas of the Marina. Any vessel found in violation of this section may be subject to immediate removal at the owner’s expense and may result in enforcement action, including termination of moorage privileges.

Betterment Lists

A “Betterment List” requesting notice of slip vacancies is available for annual Tenant/Licensees whose accounts are in good standing with no unpaid balances, and who have met all terms of the current year Rules and Regulations and Agreements. Tenant/Licensees seeking to change slips should contact the Marina Manager. As determined by the Port in its sole discretion, Tenant/Licensees on the betterment list will be contacted when a slip becomes vacant.
A Tenant/Licensee must respond within three (3) business days after offered a vacated slip. If a Tenant/Licensee declines, the Port receives no response, or if the Tenant/Licensee fails to move their vessel within the time allowed, the Tenant/Licensee’s right to occupy the new slip will expire and the slip will be offered to the next person on the list.
If a Betterment List offer expires, a Tenant/Licensee who receives but does not accept an offer will retain their place on the Betterment List. However, if a Tenant/Licensee is offered another Betterment List move within twelve (12) months after the Tenant/Licensee declines or fails to respond to the first Betterment List offer within the time allowed, the Tenant/Licensee will be removed from the Betterment List.
Outside end slips are exempt from Betterment List requests.
The Port will charge fee when a Tenant/Licensee requests a “Betterment” move to a slip with the same length classification, consistent with the Master Fee Schedule.

Boat Lifts

In the interest of maintaining uniform dock aesthetics, preserving the structural integrity of Marina infrastructure, and ensuring safe navigation, the installation or use of any private boat lift, hoist, or vessel storage system is strictly prohibited in moorage slips unless otherwise authorized by the Port in its sole discretion. This includes, but is not limited to:

Freestanding or shore-mounted lifts.
Lifts attached to or suspended from marina docks or pilings.
Floating docks or lift systems (e.g., drive-on jet ski docks) that are tied to or placed within a leased slip.

No alterations, attachments, or modifications may be made to any Marina-owned dock or slip, including for the purpose of accommodating a private boat lift.

Bulletin Board

All notices will be posted by Port Staff only. Notice requests may be emailed to info@portofhoodriver.com, or by dropping a notice at the Port office. All notices will be date stamped.
Notices posted without permission will be REMOVED.
Event notices may be placed no more than two (2) weeks prior to the event and will be removed the next business day following the event.
Non-event notices, such as items “For Sale” will be posted for no more than three (3) weeks.

Commercial Dock

The Commercial Dock is intended primarily for commercial, operational, passenger service, governmental, emergency response, maintenance, and other Port-authorized uses.
Recreational use of the Commercial Dock is discouraged and may only occur by reservation on a short-term, space-available basis as determined by the Port in its sole discretion.
Recreational vessels utilizing the Commercial Dock shall not interfere with commercial operations, cruise vessel activity, loading and unloading, maintenance operations, or other Port operational needs.
Recreational use of the Commercial Dock shall be subject to the same maximum stay limitations, fees, and operational requirements applicable to Guest Dock moorage unless otherwise authorized in writing by the Port.
Recreational moorage at the Commercial Dock is temporary only and may be limited, denied, revoked, modified, or terminated by the Port in its sole discretion.
The Port may require any recreational vessel to immediately relocate or vacate the Commercial Dock at any time without prior notice.
Overnight occupancy, long-term moorage, storage, fueling, maintenance activities, and liveaboard activity are prohibited unless expressly authorized in writing by the Port.

Cranes

The Port craning policy applies to all boat owners, operators, contractors, and third-party service providers who wish to crane boats in or out of the Marina. Aquiring a craning permit from the Port is mandatory for any crane operations within the Marina to ensure the safe and efficient handling of boats during craning operations at the Marina, and that the commercial craning activity is conducted in a manner that respects public resources, minimizes disruptions, and complies with applicable regulations.
This permit requirement applies to: boats being launched into the water, boats being lifted out of the water, and any maintenance or service-related craning. No boat shall be craned without prior approval from the Marina management.
Boat owners or contractors must apply for a craning permit at least 14 days in advance of the scheduled craning operation. Applications can be submitted online via the Port’s website, emailed to info@portofhoodriver.com, or submitted in person at the Port Marina office. The Port reserves the right to approve or not approve any application, and to deny or revoke a permit if safety standards are not met.
All craning operations must adhere to the following minimum safety protocols: A safety zone of 100 feet around the crane site must always be maintained; proper communication between the crane operator and ground crew must be established; and any operation must be halted immediately if unsafe conditions arise (e.g., high winds, equipment failure).
A non-refundable permit fee is required upon submission of the application. The fee is posted on the Port’s website as set by the annual Master Fee Schedule.
Failure to obtain a permit before craning or violating the terms of the permit may result in the following: Agreement termination, trespassing charges, suspension of craning privileges at the Marina, liability for any damages caused by unauthorized craning, and any other remedies that the Port may pursue at law or in equity.

Defaults

1. If a tenant is in default or violates any term of these Marina Rules and Regulations, they are at risk of having their agreement terminated. The following are considered a default of a Tenant/Licensee’s moorage obligations:

Failure to pay the Port moorage rent as per the Agreement or any other Marina fees or charges within ten (10) days after Port written notice of non-payment is sent to a Tenant/Licensee.
Failure of a Tenant/Licensee to comply with any of the terms or conditions of any Port Ordinance or Marina rule or regulation within ten (10) days after written notice from the Port is sent to the Tenant/Licensee. If such noncompliance cannot be cured within ten (10) days but may be cured within a short time thereafter, the Tenant/Licensee may apply for and receive approval for an extension of time from the Port Executive Director, which may be granted or denied in their discretion.

2. If a default is not remedied, the Port may pursue any and all rights and remedies available to it at law or in equity, including but not limited to:

Terminate the Agreement, evict the Tenant/Licensee and boat, and re-lease the slip.
Recover any unpaid rent, charges or fees and any of Port’s direct costs including staff and attorney’s fees, if any, before suit, after suit is filed and on appeal.
Take possession of the boat, its apparel, fixtures, equipment and furnishings, and retain possession at the Marina or elsewhere until all charges then owing, and all charges arising thereafter are fully paid, and all violations of the terms of any Agreement or Port Moorage Rules and Regulations have been cured, or if not cured dispose of the boat and items the Port has taken possession of.

3. These remedies are in addition to and shall not be deemed in lieu of any other rights which the Port may have by virtue of federal and State laws, and local ordinances, including any Port ordinance.

4. If a past-due payment default is cured, the Tenant/Licensee may be required, in the Port’s discretion, to make a single payment by January 1 for the following moorage year.

5. The Port reserves the right to deny issuing a new Agreement for accounts with unresolved delinquent balances, repeated late payments, prior collection activity, or a history of non-compliance with Marina Rules and Regulations.

Dinghies & Secondary Vessels

1. Secondary vessels, accessory watercraft, and dinghies are permitted only if they are owned solely by the Tenant/Licensee and serve as an accessory to the approved vessel of record.

2. Shared use, partnerships, co-ownership arrangements, or use by non-tenants are prohibited.

3. All secondary vessels and motorized accessory watercraft must be properly titled, insured, and registered with the appropriate state or federal authority, as applicable, with the Tenant/Licensee identified as the sole owner. Current registration and ownership documentation must be provided to the Port upon request.

4. Accessory watercraft and dinghies must:

Be less than twelve (12) feet in length
Fit entirely within the perimeter of the assigned slip
Be stored on the Tenant/Licensee’s vessel or secured at the bow or stern of the vessel in a manner that does not interfere with neighboring slips, dock access, navigation, or Marina operations
Not be stored on docks, dock fingers, or along the port or starboard side of the vessel.

5. The Port may allow, condition, restrict, or prohibit any secondary vessel, dinghy, or accessory watercraft as determined by the Port in its sole discretion based upon size, type, storage method, operational impacts, safety considerations, navigation impacts, or Marina management needs.

6. If the Port determines that a secondary vessel, dinghy, or accessory watercraft is not compliant with Marina Rules and Regulations, the Tenant/Licensee shall immediately remove or relocate the watercraft upon direction from the Port.

7. Fees, charges, and administrative requirements applicable to secondary vessels, dinghies, and accessory watercraft shall be established by the Port’s Master Fee Schedule.

Electric Power

Electrical meters are read and billed by the Port every three months (quarterly) and on termination of an Agreement.
Electricity to the Marina is provided by Pacific Power. The Port does not guarantee the continuity of electrical service to any boat.
All electrical service connections by Marina users and Tenant/Licensees between Marina outlets and any boat must conform to National and State Electrical Codes. Shore power cords are to be secured so that they cannot cause damage to meter bases. Damage done to meter bases is the financial responsibility of the Vessel owner.
Without exception, all shore power cords must be “UL Approved”, 30/50amp marine grade weatherproof cords with a twist lock configuration. Cords must be kept in good condition (no signs of corrosion, discoloration, or abnormal wear), be coiled, and kept out of the water. Cords should only be connected to and disconnected from the dock power pedestal when the breaker is in the “OFF” position. Cords should be installed to avoid strain being placed on the connection between cord and receptacle. Careful power cord installation and proper maintenance is critical to maintaining a safe and reliable electrical service.
Splitters or adapters are not allowed at the shore power pedestal. Tenant/Licensees are prohibited from plugging splitters or adapters into their shore power cords unless approved by Port Staff.
Port staff may disconnect undersized or non-compliant cords and may discontinue electrical service to such Tenant/Licensee. Any damages resulting from disconnection of an unsatisfactory shore power cord will be at the Tenant/Licensee’s sole risk. Tenant/Licensee expressly authorizes the Port to disconnect any unsuitable shore power cord and releases the Port from any claims resulting from such action. The use of house-hold extension cords or any other cord not complying with the foregoing requirements for shore power connections is strictly prohibited.
The Marina’s main electrical system is designed to cut the power supply to an individual dock if a low-level ground fault is detected or to individual Ground Fault pedestals. It is critical that each Tenant/Licensee maintain their vessel’s electrical system and connection to the dock pedestal to ensure no ground faults occur. If the Port determines that a vessel has tripped the GFI system, the Tenant/Licensee responsible for the vessel shall be notified and access to the Marina power supply shall be immediately terminated until the Tenant/Licensee can demonstrate to the Port’s satisfaction that the ground fault hazard has been resolved and the vessel’s electrical system is in good working order. NO EXCEPTIONS.
The Marina is an area where electrical shock hazards can occur. It is the Tenant/Licensee’s responsibility to ensure that electrical safety is maintained on and around their vessel. Electrical shock, potentially leading to death, can occur in the water up to 50 ft. away from any dock. NO SWIMMING is allowed in the Marina.

Environmental Compliance

Tenant/Licensees shall comply with all applicable local, state, and federal environmental laws, regulations, permits, and Marina Rules and Regulations while occupying or using Port Marina facilities.
No person shall discharge, throw, drain, dump, spill, or release into Marina waters, storm drains, upland areas, or Port property any fuel, oil, petroleum products, oily bilge water, sewage, graywater, chemicals, detergents, paint, solvents, hazardous materials, trash, debris, fish waste, or other pollutants.
All vessels with installed marine sanitation devices or holding tanks must maintain such systems in proper working order and comply with all applicable sewage discharge regulations. Untreated sewage discharge into Marina waters is strictly prohibited.
Tenant/Licensees shall immediately report all fuel spills, oil spills, hazardous material releases, sewage discharges, or environmental incidents to the Port and all other agencies required by law.
Tenant/Licensees are responsible for the containment, clean-up, remediation, disposal, and all related costs associated with any spill, discharge, contamination, or environmental damage caused by their vessel, equipment, contractors, guests, or activities.
Vessel maintenance activities including, but not limited to, painting, sanding, scraping, fiberglass work, pressure washing, engine repair, fuel system work, or hazardous material handling shall be conducted only in compliance with Port requirements and applicable environmental regulations.
In-water hull cleaning that results in the discharge of paint, marine growth, debris, or contaminants into Marina waters is prohibited unless specifically authorized by applicable regulatory agencies and the Port.
Heavy hull fouling, invasive aquatic species growth, or vessels creating environmental concerns may require haul-out, cleaning, repair, or removal from the Marina at the vessel owner’s expense.
Tenant/Licensees shall properly store, handle, and dispose of all fuels, oils, batteries, solvents, chemicals, oily absorbents, hazardous waste, garbage, recycling, and other regulated materials in accordance with applicable laws and Port requirements.
Fueling operations shall be conducted in a safe manner and with adequate spill prevention measures. The Port may require immediate corrective action if unsafe fueling conditions or environmental hazards are observed.
The use of soaps, detergents, degreasers, or cleaning chemicals that may enter Marina waters is prohibited unless specifically approved for marine use and used in accordance with applicable environmental regulations.
The Port may require immediate corrective action, vessel stabilization, environmental mitigation measures, haul-out, repair, or removal of any vessel that creates or threatens to create pollution, contamination, environmental damage, or hazardous conditions.
Any violation of this section shall constitute a violation of these Rules and Regulations and may result in enforcement action, cost recovery, termination of moorage privileges, vessel removal, or other remedies available to the Port under applicable law.

Fees

Moorage rates, utility charges, administrative fees, payment schedules, late fees, installment options, deposits, and other Marina-related fees and charges shall be established by the Port’s Master Fee Schedule, as amended from time to time.
The Port may recover all costs incurred by the Port related to enforcement, emergency response, vessel stabilization, environmental response, towing, salvage, storage, staff time, contractor expenses, administrative costs, legal expenses, and damages caused by a Tenant/Licensee, vessel owner, guest, or Marina user.
Applicable rates, charges, fees, penalties, and cost recovery amounts may be established by the Port’s Master Fee Schedule or based upon actual costs incurred by the Port.
The Port may establish annual, semi-annual, monthly, prorated, installment, automatic payment, or other billing structures as determined appropriate by the Port.
Tenant/Licensees shall timely pay all amounts due in accordance with the billing schedules, payment deadlines, and terms established by the Port.
Failure to pay moorage fees, utility charges, administrative fees, or other charges in accordance with Port-defined billing schedules may result in late fees, default, termination, denial of renewal, collections, revocation of privileges, or other enforcement remedies available to the Port.
The Port reserves the right to modify billing schedules, payment structures, fee schedules, administrative charges, and related financial requirements through adoption of the Master Fee Schedule without amendment to these Marina Rules and Regulations.

Garbage/Water

Garbage receptacles are available at or near the Marina gate for use by Marina Tenant/Licensees. Recycling is the responsibility of the Tenant/Licensee.
See “Fees” section regarding the annual garbage and water charges.
Garbage or other refuse of any type must always be placed in an appropriate container. It may not be left at the Tenant/Licensee’s slip or on the walkways. Marina garbage receptacles may not be used for disposal of personal belongings brought from home or elsewhere, unrelated to Marina activities.
Water is turned off in the Marina generally from early October through April. The Port reserves the right to turn water off outside of these months, as deemed necessary or appropriate in its sole discretion.
It is a violation of federal and state laws to put refuse of any kind in the water. This includes fish parts.

Guest Moorage

No Tenant/Licensee may allow another vessel or user to occupy their assigned slip without prior written approval from the Port.
Visitors may utilize the Marina guest dock on a temporary basis, subject to posted time limits, applicable fees, and space availability. Overnight moorage fees apply as established by the Port’s Master Fee Schedule unless otherwise approved by the Marina Manager.
Guest Dock and Commercial Dock moorage is limited to a maximum of ten (10) days within any thirty (30) day period unless otherwise authorized in writing by the Port.
Any vessel exceeding authorized moorage time limits may be subject to additional moorage charges, overstay penalties, administrative fees, removal costs, denial of future dock privileges, or other enforcement remedies or fees as established by the Port’s Master Fee Schedule.
Guest moorage for floatplanes is prohibited unless expressly authorized by the Port Executive Director.
All vessels utilizing guest moorage facilities must pay applicable fees established by the Port’s Master Fee Schedule unless otherwise approved by the Marina Manager. Failure to pay required fees may result in citation, trespass action, revocation of dock privileges, or other enforcement remedies available to the Port.
Use of the Guest Dock or Commercial Dock does not grant permission for free or overnight parking of vehicles, trailers, campers, or recreational vehicles on Port property. Applicable parking fees, time limits, and Port parking regulations shall apply unless otherwise expressly authorized in writing by the Port.
Overnight parking associated with Guest Dock or Commercial Dock use is prohibited and subject to Port Ordinance 27 parking regulations. Unauthorized overnight parking may result in citation, towing, revocation of moorage privileges, or trespass action.

Hold Harmless

By executing an agreement with the Port, Tenant/Licensees agree to the following:

At all times to release the Port and the Port’s elected and appointed officials, agents, and employees from and against any claim of liability and defend, indemnify, and hold the Port and the Port’s elected and appointed officials, agents, and employees harmless against any and all claims and demands arising from the negligence or wrongful acts of the Tenant/Licensee, their agents, invitees or employees; and Tenant/Licensee does specifically acknowledge and agree that the Port is not liable under any circumstances for any loss or damage to Tenant/Licensee’s boat, person or property, except as the result of gross negligence or intentional misconduct on the part of the Port.
Port may provide or make available utility services at the Marina; however, Port shall not be liable to Tenant/Licensees or others resulting from, or be responsible to pay any costs associated with, an interruption in or failure to supply electricity or any other utility service at the Marina.
The Port is not responsible for any losses or damage to boats, boathouses, airplanes, or secondary vessels in the Marina. Each Tenant/Licensee will be responsible for damage that he or she causes to other boats, secondary vessels, structures, property or to persons in the Marina.

Insurance

Appropriate insurance coverage must be maintained by each Tenant/Licensee. Tenant/Licensees must at all times during their moorage occupancy keep in effect a marine/watercraft insurance policy with general liability limits as established by the Port’s Master Fee Schedule.
Policy must cover the cost of salvage (boat hull and equipment) in the event of a sinking at the dock and coverage in the event of an oil or fuel spill requiring environmental clean-up activities.
Floatplane Tenant/Licensees must keep in effect aircraft liability insurance with minimum coverage limits as established by the Port’s Master Fee Schedule.
Without exception, the Port of Hood River, located at 1000 E. Port Marina Drive, Hood River OR 97031, shall be named as additional insured on all insurance policies required to be maintained by the Tenant/Licensee in a form acceptable to the Port. A certificate of insurance shall be provided to the Port at the beginning of Tenant/Licensee’s moorage term. The Port may require that a Tenant/Licensee provide proof of required insurance coverage renewal and at any time during moorage occupancy.
It is the Tenant/Licensee’s responsibility to provide the Port with annual renewal documentation.
The Port shall be entitled to receive written notice from a Tenant/Licensee’s insurance carrier thirty days prior to any insurance cancellation or expiration.
Failure to provide or keep in force insurance required by this section shall be a Tenant/Licensee violation of these rules and regulations and default of the Tenant/Licensee’s Moorage Rental Agreement and be grounds for the Port to terminate the Tenant/Licensee’s lease.
The Port reserves the right to establish and modify minimum insurance requirements, coverage types, and liability limits through the Port’s Master Fee Schedule, as amended from time to time.

Inspections

Upon receiving a Port request, a boat or vessel owner must grant permission within 24 hours for an on-board inspection of their vessel or boat by the Marina Manager or any other person designated by the Port to assure compliance with applicable Marina Rules and Regulations.

Keys/Key Cards

Tenant/Licensees may receive up to two (2) key cards with no charge.
Tenant/Licensees may receive a maximum of four (4) cards issued per slip at any given time.
Damaged cards will be de-activated and replaced at no charge for the first two (2) replaced cards.
Key cards will be only issued to Tenant/Licensees. Tenants/Licensees shall not duplicate any keys or key cards.
For South Basin Dock keys only, Tenants/Licensees may receive one (1) key with no charge. The Port shall issue Tenants/Licensees no more than two (2) keys each, except that the Port may issue more than two (2) keys to vendors or concession providers, in the Port’s sole discretion.
Fees to be reviewed annually and modified via Master Fee Schedule.

Liveaboards

The Port of Hood River does not allow liveaboards. There shall be no continuous staying aboard boats or boathouses in the Marina. Tenant/Licensees and all other persons are absolutely prohibited from living, dwelling in, or on the space or from using the space as a dwelling unit, floating home or residence as defined under the Oregon Landlord and Tenant/Licensee Act. Tenant/Licensee shall not use or occupy, nor permit the space to be used or occupied for, any business user or for any purposes which would constitute waste, nuisance, or damage to the premises. No rentals of any kind are allowed. Tenant/Licensees may not stay overnight on their boats in the Marina or boathouse for more than 3 nights in any seven-day period. This privilege may be reviewed or revoked by the Port in its discretion. Violation of this policy may result in eviction and immediate termination of a Tenant/Licensee’s Agreement.

Maintenance and Vessel Repairs

No major repairs or activities, as defined by the Oregon State Marine Board Clean Marina Standards, shall be made to boats while in slips or parking lots. In water hull scraping, removal of paint below the water line or sanding above deck is prohibited. No pressure washing of boat hulls in parking lots or boat launches, or anywhere on Port Property, is permitted.
The Port maintains a “NO Discharge” policy in the Marina. All work on vessels in the water must comply with the OSMB Best Management Practices and the Department of Ecology rules and regulations. Vessel owners shall abide by all Port, City, State, U.S Coast Guard, and other applicable regulations.
All Tenant/Licensee maintenance activities to be undertaken by a Tenant/Licensee which may affect other boats, persons or the Marina must be reported by the Tenant/Licensee to the Port Marina Manager in advance by phone, email sent to info@portofhoodriver.com, or in person to Port staff to ensure the Tenant/Licensee has permission for the proposed activity and for appropriate follow-up after maintenance activities are undertaken.
Tenant/Licensees will be notified at least 24-hours in advance of any scheduled maintenance work affecting all slips so that Tenant/Licensees have the option to being present when the work is done.
Any alteration of a Marina slip is subject to prior written approval by the Port.
All Marina users and Tenant/Licensees must use biodegradable, non-toxic, phosphate free cleaners and/or soaps when cleaning their boat.

Notice to Tenant/Licensees

News of interest from the Port to the Tenant/Licensees will be by means of email. Tenant/Licensees will need to update spam filters to allow mail from the portofhoodriver.com domain. It is the responsibility of the Tenant/Licensee to inform the Marina Manager of any changes in their email, address or phone number.
Port notification of Marina Rules and Regulations shall be effective when posted on the Port’s website at www. portofhoodriver.com. It is the Tenant/Licensee’s responsibility to know them. Tenant/Licensees may obtain a copy online or request to have one mailed.
Port notice to Tenant/Licensee of a lease or rule and regulation violation, account default, or termination shall either be personally delivered or sent certified mail to the Tenant/Licensee’s address on file. All notices to the Port shall either be emailed to the Marina Manager, personally delivered, or sent certified mail to the Port. Tenant/Licensee may change the address and contact information by emailing the Marina Manager or personally delivering or sending the change via certified mail to the Port.
Adjustments to rates, fees and charges will be listed on the Commission’s agenda prior to adoption.

Parking/Special Events

Tenant/Licensee parking in the lot adjacent to the moorage entrance gate is on a first-come basis and a parking space is not guaranteed. Parking shall be in a neat and orderly fashion. The Port may request removal or may remove, at Tenant/Licensee's expense, any vehicle or boat trailer parked in an improper manner, as determined by Port.
Parking for a vehicle or boat trailer for an extended period exceeding three (3) days must be approved in advance in writing by the Port. Storage of vehicles or trailers is not allowed and may be removed at the Tenant/Licensee expense.
Boat trailers shall not be parked in the lot adjacent to the moorage entrance gate or anywhere on Port Property without Port written approval.
Tenant/Licensees without boats in the water do not qualify for overnight parking of vehicles or trailers without permission from Port Marina Manager.
Overnight camping is prohibited in the parking areas, and on all Port property. Port Ordinance 27 Parking rules apply. No person, including Marina tenants, shall remain within their parked vehicle between the hours of 11p.m.-6.a.m.
The Port, in its discretion due to special events in the adjacent park area, may limit access to the Marina parking lot and the hours of operations of the Marina facilities. The Port will attempt to provide notice of use limitations at least seven (7) days in advance by email and on the Port’s website (www.portofhoodriver.com).
If the Port posts a sign or signs in the Marina area requiring that vehicle parking comply with these regulations or conditions listed on the sign, and a vehicle is parked in violation of sign requirements, the vehicle owner may be cited for violating a Port Ordinance, and if a Tenant/Licensee is the owner of a vehicle violating posted parking requirements, or if a Tenant/Licensee allows a guest to park a vehicle violating posted parking requirements, the Port may consider the Tenant/Licensee to be in breach of the Tenant/Licensee’s Agreement.
Tenant/Licensees leaving vehicles overnight must have a valid Port Tenant/Licensee parking pass adhered to the driver's side lower right window visible to parking enforcement.

Pets

Dogs MUST always be kept on leashes attached to their person while on Port property within the Marina, including on the docks. Owners are responsible to pick up after their pets and dispose of the waste in a trash receptacle. Absolutely no waste may go into the water.

Proof of Vessel Ownership & Partnerships

1. All moorage applicants must provide proof of ownership of the vessel that will occupy their assigned berth. This vessel will become the “vessel of record” for that berth. Failure or inability to provide satisfactory proof of ownership to the Port at any time while vessel is berthed in slip will result in denial of moorage privileges and immediate agreement termination. Original documents showing the proper individual(s) as owner(s), including but not limited to the following, will be required to establish proof of ownership:

Current Certificate of Title or financing papers.
Current State registration certificate or U.S. Coast Guard documentation papers. Registration information must be provided to the Port on an annual basis.
Current Insurance documentation as required by the Port.

2. The Port recognizes partnerships that are declared prior to signing agreements. Partners who have ownership in a boat must each provide their name and contact information at the time the agreement is drafted. Partners also must be named on any other Port Agreement, boat title, registration, and insurance coverage prior to occupying the slip.

3. One partner must be designated as the “partner of record” and will be considered the primary person responsible for all moorage fees and moorage requirements.

4. The Port recognizes the individual who signed up on the waitlist for the slip and is identified as the primary responsible partner, as the individual with the contractual right to remain at a particular slip.

5. Partners taken on after the Agreement has been executed have no rights to the moorage, slip, or tenancy in the Marina.

Registration

All Tenants/Licensees are required to maintain state registration of their vessel when moored in a slip (OAR 250-010-005 and ORS 830.770). ALL FEDERALLY DOCUMENTED RECREATIONAL BOATS ARE REQUIRED TO MAINTAIN A VALID State registration and display a sticker on the stern of the vessel (ORS 830.775). Vessels entering, or leasing moorage in, the Marina must have a valid/current identification permanently affixed to the hull and clearly visible from the outside. No vessels shall have expired stickers displayed. It is the Tenant/Licensees responsibility to know and understand the Vessel registration requirements. Failure to display the registration number on the hull may be cause for agreement termination, or refusal of moorage or other access to the Marina. State or Coast Guard registered vessels shall display registration numbers and a valid registration decal. Documented vessels shall have the documented name of the vessel and a valid registration decal displayed on the hull.
A current copy of boat registration or Coast Guard Documentation will be presented to Port at the beginning of an agreement, and annually thereafter. Failure to provide these copies or failure to keep registration current shall be a default and breach of these Marina Rules and Regulations and be grounds for the Port to terminate a Tenant/Licensee’s agreement.
Any Tenant/Licensee who attempts to retain their assigned slip using a boat that is not registered in the Tenant/Licensee’s name will immediately lose their right to occupy the slip and the agreement will be terminated.

Safety/Security

No swimming, diving, fishing, or fish cleaning will be permitted in the Marina. The Marina is an area where electrical shock hazards can occur. It is the Tenant/Licensee’s responsibility to ensure electrical safety is maintained on and around their vessel. Electrical shock, potentially leading to death, can occur in the water up to 50 feet away from any dock. FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE DO NOT SWIM IN THE MARINA. Electric Shock Drowning (ESD) is a recognized freshwater marina hazard associated with electrical systems and shore power connections. Additional information is available from the National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) and the Electric Shock Drowning Prevention Association.
Use of wheeled vehicles such as motorcycles, bicycles, scooters, skateboards, or roller skates on moorage walkways and ramps is prohibited.
Tenant/Licensees shall accompany children under 16 years and guests at all times.
The conduct of a Tenant/Licensee’s guest’s while in the Marina is the full responsibility of a host Tenant/Licensee. A host Tenant/Licensee shall meet all Tenant/Licensee’s guests at the Marina locked gate to let them in and shall accompany their guests at all times while in the Marina.
Disorderly conduct by Tenant/Licensees and/or guests is cause for immediate termination of the Agreement and removal of the Tenant/Licensee’s boat from the Marina. This includes offensive language and loud and rude behavior to others. The Port shall have sole discretion to determine whether conduct is considered disorderly. Please do your part to maintain a family atmosphere at the Marina.
Boats in the Marina shall be operated according to the “Rules of the Road” and the Navigation Laws of the United States.
All boats shall be tied up in berths or at moorings according to good maritime practice. Boats shall be tethered only to the cleats for their assigned slip, and be securely moored with adequate bow, stern and spring lines. No lines shall cross walkways.
Boats must be tied so that no part of the boat or its attachments extends over the walkway. Bowsprits hanging over the dock float are prohibited.
All mooring lines must be in good condition and not have any visible fraying.
The Marina is a NO WAKE ZONE. Boats within the Marina must be operated at a speed less than that which will create a wake.

Sale of Vessel or Change of Vessel

Tenant/Licensees must notify Marina Manager immediately if a vessel is sold and remains at the Marina.
If a Tenant/Licensee sells their vessel and does not intend to replace it, the Tenant/Licensee must notify the Marina Manager and terminate their moorage agreement. The purchaser of the vessel shall have no more than thirty (30) days from the date of sale to remove the vessel from the Marina unless otherwise approved in writing by the Marina Manager.
Until the vessel is removed from the Marina, the Tenant/Licensee of record remains fully responsible for the vessel, including maintaining all required insurance coverage, fees, compliance with Marina Rules and Regulations, and any damages or liabilities associated with the vessel.
A purchaser of a vessel does not acquire any right to moorage and must apply for moorage through the Port’s standard waitlist process in the same manner as any other applicant.
A Tenant/Licensee may replace their vessel with another vessel, provided the replacement vessel is compatible with the assigned slip and updated registration, title, ownership, and insurance documentation is submitted to and approved by the Marina Manager prior to the vessel being placed in the Marina.
If a Tenant/Licensee sells their vessel and intends to retain their assigned slip, the Tenant/Licensee must purchase and place a replacement vessel in the slip within six (6) months of the sale date unless otherwise approved in writing by the Marina Manager. Failure to do so may result in termination of the moorage agreement.
If a Tenant/Licensee voluntarily vacates their slip, the slip will be offered to the next eligible betterment or waitlist participant in accordance with these Marina Rules and Regulations. Any applicable refund of prepaid moorage fees shall be prorated from the date the slip is re-rented by the Port.

Sanitation

All vessels which moor in the Marina must be compliant with all Regulations established by the U.S. Coast Guard or other Federal or State Regulatory Agencies regarding marine sanitation devices and waste discharge. The discharge of treated or untreated sewage or blackwater is not permitted in the Marina or any waters of the United States. FREE self-service pump-out facilities and port-a-potty discharge stations are located at the Marina fuel dock. All Marina users, including boat houses, shall use these facilities for the disposal of raw sewage.

Seaworthiness

1. Vessels moored in the Marina must:

At all times contain no hazardous conditions,
Be operational and have current title, license and registration, as determined solely by the Port,
Be ready for cruising in local waters,
Be operable and maintained in a safe, seaworthy condition,
Be kept neat and clean of debris and in an uncluttered state,
Not have multiple tarps covering them unless they are kept adequately secured and in good condition,
Not constitute a fire hazard or present a risk of sinking,
Have its vessel hull, keel, decking, cabin, and mast be structurally sound and free from dry rot or other similar defects or deficiencies,
Be able to leave the Marina under their own power and then return to the dock,
Have propulsion systems that are maintained in working order,
Have bilge pumps that do not have to run continuously to keep vessels afloat, and
Not have an accumulation of growing moss topside. Any heavy underwater hull fouling must be addressed out of water and not on Port property.

2. If a vessel does not comply with these conditions, the vessel owner must immediately remove it from the Marina for repair or corrective action. Moorage may be denied or terminated by the Port, in its sole discretion, if the Marina Manager determines that a vessel is not seaworthy or otherwise fails to comply with these Rules and Regulations.

3. The Marina Manager may ask a Tenant/Licensee to demonstrate the seaworthiness of their vessel at any time.

4. A vessel that in the opinion of the Marina Manager is hazardous to Marina property or facilities, other vessels, or persons may be denied permission to remain on Marina premises.

5. Any vessel which is poorly maintained, badly deteriorated, or may damage persons or property may be required by the Port to be removed from the Marina at the owner’s expense upon receipt of written request from the Port. At least thirty (30) day’s advance written notice must be given to the vessel’s owner to effect repairs, except in cases where the Port believes there is an imminent threat or emergency. If the Port has requested that a vessel owner remove a vessel from the Marina, and that owner is unavailable or available but refuses to act upon such request, the Port may cause removal of the vessel from the Marina at the owner’s expense, and may terminate the agreement.

6. Port and its agents and employees shall at all times have immediate access to each Tenant/Licensee’s boat while moored at the Marina in case of emergency. Emergencies may include, but are not limited to: fighting fires, and remedying or preventing any casualty or potential hazard to the boat or the Marina, such as sinking.

7. In an emergency situation, the Port will attempt to make contact with the primary Tenant/Licensee on file. If the Tenant/Licensee cannot be reached, the Port will call the person the Tenant/Licensee has designated as their emergency contact person. If it is necessary for Port staff or agents to board a boat, Port and its agents and employees will not be responsible for any damage to the boat. The Port may charge Tenant/Licensee costs of any Port staff time or contractor time and materials for stabilizing the boat.

8. In non-emergency situations, it may be necessary for the Port to board a boat, primarily for purposes of Inspection. In such situations, the Port will contact the primary contact twenty-four (24) hours in advance and board the boat with permission of the Tenant/Licensee or accompanied by the Tenant/Licensee. Tenant/Licensee’s failure to comply with a Port inspection shall constitute a violation of these Port Marina Rules and Regulations and a default under the Agreement.

9. Tenant/Licensee shall be responsible for any and all damage to the Marina, including to a slip, caused by Tenant/Licensee’s boat or activities. Any boat that sinks in the Marina may require professional salvage at the Tenant/Licensee’s expense, as determined by the Port. If the Port believes a vessel is not being promptly and properly removed from the Marina by a Tenant/Licensee, the Port may incur salvage expenses to remove the vessel, in which case Tenant/Licensee will promptly reimburse the Port for those salvage expenses and any related expenses.

Shell Dock

The Port’s six shell dock storage spaces located on Dock C are rented on an annual basis from January 1 through December 31. These storage spaces are first come, first served, and interested individuals may choose to sign up for a waitlist to gain a space. Rules and Regulations specific to shell dock storage are outlined in the Shell Dock Annual Rental Agreement.

South Basin Dock Seasonal Lottery

The Port maintains five seasonal slips for vessels 20 feet and under located on the South Basin Dock. These slips may be rented through a lottery, waitlist process, direct assignment, or other allocation method as determined by the Port.
If the Port utilizes a lottery process, priority may first be given to individuals currently on the Port Marina waitlists. The Port may establish application periods, notification timelines, selection dates, and eligibility requirements administratively.
Any slips not accepted or assigned through the initial offering process may be made available to the general public through a subsequent lottery, waitlist, direct assignment, or other process determined appropriate by the Port.
The Port reserves the right to modify, suspend, or discontinue the seasonal slip lottery process at any time.

Storage on Piers or Dock Fingers

All users of the Marina or its facilities for moorage or otherwise, shall keep their vessel, boathouse and pier, or dock fingers in the vicinity of their vessel, neat, clean, and orderly at all times. Tenant/Licensee slip areas must be maneuverable for the Tenant/Licensee’s vessel and other vessels. Storage of anything by a Tenant/Licensee on piers or dock fingers is prohibited except in approved dock boxes, chests, or steps.
Main walkways and slip finger walkways shall be kept obstacle-free of boat supplies, accessories, and debris by Tenant/Licensees and Marina users. Tenant/Licensee water hoses and electrical cords shall be neatly coiled when not in use. Tenant/Licensees must remove anything of theirs from the Marina that does not fit onto their boat, dock box, or chest.
Each Tenant/Licensee must obtain permission from the Port prior to placement of chests, dock boxes, steps, ramps or similar structures in the Marina. All chests and dock boxes must fit within the original triangle space at each slip, must not overhang or be placed in walkways, and must not exceed a height of thirty-six (36) inches.
Tenant/Licensee storage of any potentially hazardous items or materials, batteries, oily rags, open paints, or other flammable or explosive materials are not allowed in dock boxes or chests and shall be immediately removed from Marina slips and the Marina area by Tenant/Licensee.

Subleasing

Subleasing, sharing, lending, transferring, or allowing occupancy of a slip by another person or vessel is prohibited unless expressly authorized in writing by the Port and approved by the Executive Director.
Any unauthorized sublease, occupancy, vessel placement, or transfer of slip use is considered a material violation of the Agreement and may result in immediate termination of moorage privileges.
The Port reserves the right to suspend, deny, revoke, condition, or discontinue subleasing privileges at any time and for any reason as determined by the Port in its sole discretion to be in the best interest of Marina operations, waitlist management, and public access.

Termination

1. A Tenant/Licensee who wishes to voluntarily terminate their moorage tenancy before the end of the term must notify the Port in writing not less than () days prior to the Tenant/Licensee’s proposed termination date. After a termination request is received the Port shall attempt to re-lease the slip for the remainder of the Tenant/Licensee’s term to someone else. The Tenant/Licensee will be responsible to pay all amounts owed, including moorage lease payments, any special assessment or debt, and any unpaid annual electric or water/garbage charge for three full calendar months following the month in which notification is received by the Port.

2. If, within the month period after the Tenant/Licensee’s notice is received by the Port, another boat owner executes an agreement for the Tenant/Licensee’s slip and signs and provides agreement documents satisfactory to the Port, the Tenant/Licensee’s agreement shall be terminated and the Tenant/Licensee shall receive a prorated refund of prepaid moorage and costs paid to the Port after the date a new Tenant/Licensee executes an agreement. If no new Tenant/Licensee signs an agreement within the month period, the Tenant/Licensee will remain responsible to pay accruing rent and Marina charges until the slip has been leased to another Tenant/Licensee or until the end of the Tenant/Licensee’s agreement term, whichever occurs first.

3. If the Agreement is terminated because the Tenant/Licensee is in default, the Port shall provide written notice of termination to the Tenant/Licensee at the address or email on file. The notice may include deadlines for corrective action, vessel removal requirements, and additional enforcement actions if compliance is not achieved.

4. If an Agreement is terminated, expires, or is otherwise revoked, the Tenant/Licensee shall immediately remove the vessel, personal property, and any associated equipment from Port property upon notice from the Port.

5. If the vessel is not removed within the timeframe stated in the notice, the Port may:

Deny access to Marina facilities;
Deactivate gate access devices;
Remove or relocate the vessel;
Assess additional fees, storage costs, and staff time;
Initiate trespass proceedings; and
Exercise any rights available under Oregon law, including recovery of attorney fees and costs.

6. Any vessel, trailer, vehicle, or personal property left on Port property after termination, expiration, or revocation of moorage privileges may be considered abandoned property and handled by the Port in accordance with applicable law.

7. Any costs incurred by the Port related to enforcement, removal, storage, environmental response, disposal, or legal action shall be the responsibility of the Tenant/Licensee or vessel owner.

Unauthorized Moorage

Unauthorized occupancy of a slip by a vessel not identified as the approved vessel of record is prohibited and may result in immediate termination of the Agreement.
Tenant/Licensees who utilize moorage in the Marina but have not executed an agreement with the Port for that specific boat will be denied moorage privileges and/or see their agreement terminated.
No person shall moor a boat adjacent to a Marina boathouse without prior Port permission. Moorage for an extra boat may be authorized by the Port in advance of moorage, in the Port’s discretion.
If a boat, boathouse or floatplane is moored in the Marina without Port permission, or the owner has refused or failed to sign an agreement acceptable to the Port, the boat, boathouse or floatplane shall be subject to immediate eviction. The owner shall be responsible to comply with all Marina rules and regulations during occupancy, be liable for moorage rental charges based on the monthly moorage rate and may, in the Port’s discretion, be charged fees a Marina moorage Tenant/Licensee would be responsible to pay and be required to pay for any damages caused to the Marina.
The Port may retain a boat, boathouse or floatplane and its tackle, apparel, fixtures, equipment, and furnishings at the Marina or elsewhere until the owner pays all charges then owing and all charges which thereafter accrue, and until all violations of Port Marina Rules and Regulations are complied with. These remedies are in addition to and shall not be deemed in lieu of any other rights which the Port may have by virtue of federal and State laws, and local ordinances, including any Port Ordinance, or its agreement with the owner.

Utilization

1. A Tenant/Licensee with the vessel of record must utilize a slip for at least 3 months out of a 12-month period, with the exception of a leave of absence granted by the Executive Director. A leave of absence for up to one year may be granted when:

There is a defined time period for the leave; and
The owner’s vessel will be located continuously outside of the Marina; or
The owner is in a prolonged period of finding, constructing, securing or delivering a new boat to the Marina; or
Other special circumstances, as determined in the Executive Director’s sole discretion.

2. Dinghies or vessels under 16’ do not qualify for moorage at the Marina. Tenant/Licensee must own and moor a state registered vessel 16’ and over.

3. Failure to meet requirement may result in non-renewal of any existing agreement.

Wait List

There is an administrative fee to be on the moorage Wait List. This fee is non-refundable and will not be applied to moorage. A separate administrative fee is required to be on each individual wait list. Updated Wait Lists are posted on the Port of Hood River website. All fees are subject to annual review and may be adjusted through the Master Fee Schedule.
Port staff will notify Wait List persons of potential slips that are available for lease. A slip will be offered to the top three names on the Wait List concurrently with a deadline of five (5) business days to respond to the offer. The Port will offer a slip to the respondent listed as highest of the three people that were contacted, and if that person does not accept the offer, to the next highest. Persons who receive an offer but do not agree to accept the offer will maintain their current standing on the Wait List.
Within fifteen (15) days of the acceptance of an offer, the Wait List person who has accepted the offer must enter into a signed agreement and make a payment for the prorated moorage. Provided however, if the prospective Tenant/Licensee does not own a boat, they will be given thirty (30) days from the date of Port offer acceptance to purchase a boat to be placed in the slip or provide proof that a purchase transaction is pending. If the thirty (30) day requirement cannot be met and the prospective Tenant/Licensee would like to remain on the Wait List, his or her name will be moved to the bottom of the Wait List.
If a Wait List person is contacted but is non-responsive, they will maintain their current standing on the Wait List. However, if a second offer is made and the same Wait List person is non-responsive or declines the offer, their name will be removed from the Wait List. If the name is removed, and the person wishes to stay on the Wait List, they will be required to pay another administrative fee for their name to be placed on the Wait List as of the date the application to be on the Wait List is received.
If a slip becomes available for sublease, the Port will notify Wait List persons unless a Tenant/Licensee has identified a boater who meets all sublease requirements. The Waitlist Application is available on the Port’s website.

Waiver

Waiver of performance of any provision herein or of any other applicable laws, rules or regulations by the Port shall not be a waiver of nor prejudice of the Port’s right otherwise to require performance of the same provision or any other provision. Time is of the essence of performance of all Tenant/Licensee agreement requirements and of performance of the terms and conditions of these Port Marina Rules and Regulations.

Boathouse Policies

These policies are in addition to, and not in lieu of, all other rules and regulations in effect pursuant to these Port Marina Rules and Regulations.

The Port is not responsible for any loss or damage to boathouse or watercraft in the Marina. Each owner will be held responsible for damage which he/she may cause to other boathouses or watercrafts in the Marina or for damage to any Port structure. Any boathouse or watercraft that sinks in the Marina shall be removed by the owner at his/her expense.

Leases:

On August 22, 2022, the Port of Hood River Commissioners unanimously voted for non-renewal of the boathouse lease agreements for the Hood River Marina boathouse Tenant/Licensees, with exception of the Marine Sheriff. Pursuant to the rolling renewal provision of the boathouse lease agreements, they will not be renewed for another five-year term. The term of each Boathouse Lease Agreement will expire on December 31, 2026, without exception.
New leases are not expected to be offered. Boathouse owners are responsible for having their boathouses and all personal property removed from the Port of Hood River Marina at the end of the lease agreement at their sole cost and pursuant to any applicable laws, rules, and regulations. If Tenant/Licensee fails to remove any boathouse, watercraft, or other personal property within thirty (30) days from the expiration of Tenant’s/Licensee’s Boathouse Lease Agreement, Tenant’s/Licensee’s boathouse, watercraft, and other personal property shall conclusively be presumed to be abandoned. If Tenant’s/Licensees property is presumed to be abandoned, the Port may in its sole discretion, sell such items at public or private sale, destroy, or otherwise dispose of such items. The manner or means of public sale shall be presumed reasonable if the Port (i) mails notice of such sale to Tenant/Licensee by first class mail no later than fourteen (14) days prior to such sale; (ii) posts notice of such sale at or near the location of the property to be sold; and (iii) places a notice in a newspaper of general circulation in the county in which the personal property is located for one day in the week prior to the date of sale.
Any damage to Port property during the removal shall be the responsibility of the Tenant/Licensee. Any boat house still remaining at the end of the lease term shall be considered abandoned and the Port shall be entitled to all remedies available to it by law and any costs incurred by the Port to remove the boat house including, but not limited to, storage, demolition, transportation, auction and attorney’s fees, shall be the responsibility of the Tenant/Licensee.

Water:

Boathouses must adhere to the legal requirements and recommendations of the state OSMB Clean Marina and federal Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) requirements, including those in regard to plumbing and wastewater disposal. In order to have water plumbed into a boathouse, requirements are such that there must be a contiguous piped water service that is attached to a permanent DEQ approved piped sewer system that treats gray and black water (ORS 468B.080 and ORS 468B.075). There is no sewage system available for the boathouses. Onboard tanks of any kind do not meet requirements. Water spigots are provided on the dock.

Flotation:

Boathouse flotation must meet the legal requirements and recommendations of the OSMB Clean Marina Program and be in accordance with the DEQ administrative rules (OAR 250-014-0030). Floatation shall meet USACE specifications and shall be fabricated of materials manufactured for marine use. The use of un-encapsulated whitebead foam is strictly prohibited and illegal on Oregon waters. Other than logs, flotation materials must be properly encapsulated expanded polystyrene foam or extruded polystyrene foam (XPS). Any visible white bead unencapsulated flotation must be replaced with DEQ approved flotation. The float and its floatation material shall have a warranty for the full value of the float and its floatation material, for a minimum of 8 years, against sinking, becoming waterlogged, cracking, peeling, fragmenting, or losing beads. All floats shall resist puncture and penetration and shall not be subject to damage by animals. Polystyrene floatation material used inside them shall be fire resistant. Floatation must be permanently affixed to the underside of the boathouse.

Responsibilities of Boathouse Owners:

All Boathouses shall have a state issued identifying number plate displayed in a location that is readily visible from the walkway providing access to the structure.
A Tenant/Licensee shall maintain his/her boathouse in a safe, neat and attractive condition, consistent with the Port’s regulations, policies, and procedures.
There are no liveaboards, subleases, short term rentals or rentals of any kind allowed in boathouses or vessels berthed in boathouses. See “Liveaboard” Policy.
Debris, materials or accessories shall not be stored or otherwise allowed to accumulate outside boathouses, whether on or off the space let to the Tenant/Licensee. Supplies shall not be stored outside boathouses, whether on or off the space let to the Tenant/Licensee.
Boathouses shall comply with general Uniform Fire Code and fire safety compliance. Fire extinguishers and smoke detectors are required and are the responsibility of the Tenant/Licensee to be purchased and maintained.
A boathouse that in the opinion of Port Staff is in danger of sinking, hazardous to Marina property or facilities, other boathouses or persons, or determined to be an imminent threat or emergency, may be denied permission to remain on Marina premises and may be required to be removed or repaired to the Port’s satisfaction at once.
Any boathouse which is poorly maintained, badly deteriorated, or may damage persons or property may be required by the Port to be removed from the Marina at the Tenant/Licensee’s expense upon receipt of written request from the Port. At least thirty (30) day’s advance written notice must be given to the Tenant/Licensee to effect repairs, except in cases where the Port believes there is an imminent threat or emergency. If a Tenant/Licensee who has been requested to remove a boathouse from the Marina by the Port is unavailable or available but refuses to act upon such request, the Port shall have the right to cause removal of the boathouse from the Marina at the Tenant/Licensee’s expense, and to terminate the moorage lease.
Tenant/Licensee shall be responsible for any and all damage to the Marina, including a slip, caused by Tenant/Licensee’s boathouse or activities. Any boathouse that sinks in the Marina may require professional salvage at the Tenant/Licensee’s expense, as determined by the Port. If the Port believes a boathouse is not being promptly and properly removed from the Marina by a Tenant/Licensee the Port may incur salvage expenses to remove the boathouse, in which case Tenant/Licensee will promptly reimburse the Port for those salvage expenses and any related expenses.
All boathouses shall maintain a reasonable amount of freeboard in a uniform manner for safety reasons and to accommodate snow loads. The normal freeboard as measured from the waterline to the lowest point on the floor or deck including all dead loads but not live loads, shall not be less than 14 inches. All boathouses in the Marina must generally comply with all specifications provided at https://portlandfloatinghomes.com.
Removal of snow build-up on boathouses will be the responsibility of the Tenant/Licensee.
The Tenant/Licensee is responsible for providing and maintaining the electricity, meter base, and wire for the connection to the main power source.
The Tenant/Licensee is responsible for providing and maintaining chain and connectors on the boathouse for the attachment to the dock. The boathouse must have adequate structural capabilities to accept moorage attachments. Connections shall provide enough clearance between the Port owned dock and the Tenant/Licensee’s boathouse to allow space for maintenance work on the docks and utilities. This space can be left open or provide a hinged, removable cover that will provide the required clearance. All mooring connection and revision to existing systems must have prior Port approval.
Tenants/Licensees, upon request (except for in case of emergency), will provide access to their boathouses for the purpose of fire, electric, sanitation and safety inspections.
Tenants/Licensees must comply with Oregon Clean Marina requirements.
There shall be no discharge of gray water, blackwater or sewage whatsoever from a boathouse.

Responsibilities of the Port:

The Port will be responsible for supplying and maintaining the electric meter and the connection to the main power source unless such connection becomes impracticable.
The Port will be responsible for providing connectors on the dock float for attaching the boathouse to the dock. Port will execute emergency repairs to boathouse attachment/chains at the expense of the Tenant/Licensee.

Rebuilding, Remodeling or Replacement:

On August 22, 2022, the Port of Hood River Commissioners unanimously voted not allow boathouse replacements or rebuilding, and to issue notice of lease non-renewal.
The Port must approve exterior remodeling of private boathouses in advance and in writing. Detailed plans of the proposed construction must be submitted to the Port Marina Manager and Executive Director, for approval by the Commission for construction, placement, design and/or improvements. Failure to acquire prior authorization to rebuild or remodel may result in work stoppage and possible eviction.
All remodeling construction involving boathouses shall conform to applicable codes of the City of Hood River, State of Oregon Floating Buildings, Port of Hood River Rules and Regulations, and OSMB Clean Marina guidelines. It is the Tenant/Licensee’s responsibility to acquire all necessary information.
Floatation: Boathouses shall be maintained to provide a flotation system that shall be structurally sound and securely integrated with the framing for the structure. The external surfaces of all flotation devices shall be water resistant and protected from deterioration, or corrosion, and from damage by impact or chafing.
Stability - The structure when subject to off-center loading of the live loading, shall not exceed 4 degrees.
The use of new or recycled plastic or metal drums or non-compartmentalized air containers for encasement or floats is prohibited.

Sale of a Boathouse:

If a boathouse Tenant/Licensee sells their boathouse and the new owner would like to keep the boathouse in the Marina for the remainder of the term of the Tenant/Licensee’s lease for the dock space, the Port offers an “Assignment of Boathouse Lease” that shall constitute an amendment to the Tenant/Licensee’s Lease, pending Commission approval. All boathouse lease agreements expire on December 31, 2026 pursuant to the termination provision on the August 24, 2022 Notice of Non-Renewal. There are no plans for new leases to be offered at the end of the term. It is the responsibility of the Tenant/Licensee to remove the boathouse at the end of the term, and to bear the cost of the removal.
A boathouse Tenant/Licensee must inform Marina Manager that Boathouse is for sale, and as soon as there is a likely sale or sale pending.
No boathouse moorage lease may be sold or assigned without the prior written consent of the Port. A Tenant/Licensee must contact the Marina Manager to obtain current criteria and guidelines applicable to the owner and purchaser.
The Port will charge a fee to review and approve an Agreement assignment based on Port actual costs, Port staff time, plus an administrative fee of $500 or as set by Resolution. The fee will be assessed to the seller of the boat.

Check List – Pending Boathouse Sale:

Boathouse insurance certificate.
OSMB title update.
Proof that a boathouse title transfer is in process which complies with applicable legal requirements.
Boathouse must be compliant with all applicable OSMB Clean Marina standards.

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