OAR 860-034-0600. Definitions for Depreciation Guidelines for Small Telecommunications Utilities and Type 2 Cooperatives

As used in OARs 860-034-0600 through 860-034-0670: (1) “Exception” means a rate for the depreciation of an investment made by a small telecommunications utility or Type 2 cooperative that exceeds the guideline rate. “Exception” also includes a rate for amortization of retired investment if the rate of amortization exceeds the otherwise applicable guideline rate for depreciation of that investment. (2) “File” means compliance with Commission rules. (3) “Guidelines” means the standards used by this Commission to determine rates for the depreciation of investment made by a small telecommunications utility or Type 2 cooperative to provide a through service.