{"id":5539,"date":"2026-04-27T20:45:20","date_gmt":"2026-04-28T00:45:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/?post_type=manual_kb&#038;p=5539"},"modified":"2026-10-01T07:56:58","modified_gmt":"2026-10-01T11:56:58","slug":"oregon-landlord-tenant-rights","status":"publish","type":"manual_kb","link":"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/article\/oregon-landlord-tenant-rights\/","title":{"rendered":"Oregon Landlord-Tenant Rights (2026)"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This guide explains landlord tenant rights in Oregon under Oregon\u2019s Residential Landlord and Tenant Act, while noting that federal and local rules can also apply. It covers rent increases, deposits, repairs, entry, fair housing, portal and payment choices, and termination and eviction procedures.<\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For 2026, maximum increases are 9.5% for most covered dwellings and for manufactured-dwelling or marina facilities with 30 or fewer spaces; the limit is 6% for facilities with more than 30 spaces. New rules also affect hold deposits, affordable-housing notices, portals, payments, and confidential information.<\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A smoking-policy change starts January 1, 2027.<\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Reviewed and updated on October 1, 2026, to reflect the laws and rules in effect as of that date.<\/p>\n\n\r\n<h2 id=\"key-insights-oregon-landlord-tenant-law-2026\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">TL;DR: Oregon landlord-tenant law in 2026<\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>For 2026, the maximum annual increase is <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.oregon.gov\/oregon-newsroom\/OR\/DAS\/Posts\/Post\/Correction-2026-Rent-Stabilization-Percentages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">9.5%<\/a> for tenancies covered by ORS 90.323 and manufactured-dwelling or marina facilities with 30 or fewer spaces; the limit for facilities with <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">more than 30<\/a> spaces is 6%. These are annual 2026 rates, not permanent percentages.<\/li>\n\n<li>Beginning January 1, 2026, Oregon changed applicant <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025r1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB3521\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">hold-deposit rules<\/a> and requires notice of when an <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025r1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/SB973\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">affordability restriction<\/a> may end for certain restricted units before a screening fee or rental agreement.<\/li>\n\n<li>Since June 5, 2026, landlords using tenant portals must preserve specified <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2026R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/SB1523\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">offline application<\/a> and payment options; additional limits apply to portal-only tenancy tasks, electronic-payment requirements, and processing fees.<\/li>\n\n<li>Since June 5, 2026, state law restricts disclosure of defined <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2026R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB4123\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">confidential information<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2026R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB4111\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">immigration-status evidence<\/a> is generally excluded in civil proceedings subject to statutory exceptions. A separate <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2026R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB4120\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">smoking-policy change<\/a> takes effect January 1, 2027.<\/li>\n\n<li>Oregon termination notices and evictions depend on the tenancy and reason. A notice is not a court eviction; the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.oregon.gov\/courts\/coos\/help\/pages\/residential-eviction.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">24-hour procedure<\/a> applies only to the statute\u2019s defined squatter category, while <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB3522\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ordinary residential possession<\/a> proceeds through court.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<div id=\"rank-math-toc\" class=\"wp-block-rank-math-toc-block\">\r\n<p><strong>Table of Contents<\/strong><\/p>\r\n<nav>\r\n<ul>\r\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"#key-insights-oregon-landlord-tenant-law-2026\">Key Insights: Oregon Landlord Tenant Law 2026<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"#what-are-landlords-and-tenants-rights-in-oregon\">What are Landlords\u2019 and Tenants\u2019 Rights in Oregon?\u00a0<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"#what-are-the-procedures-for-lease-termination-eviction-and-dispute-resolution-in-oregon\">What Are the Procedures for Lease Termination, Eviction, and Dispute Resolution in Oregon?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"#what-are-landlords-and-tenants-responsibilities-in-oregon\">What Are Landlords\u2019 and Tenants&#8217; Responsibilities in Oregon?<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"#oregon-landlord-tenant-rental-laws\">Oregon Landlord-Tenant Rental Laws<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"#how-rent-post-helps-landlords-in-oregon-property-management\">How RentPost helps landlords in Oregon property management<\/a><\/li>\r\n<li class=\"\"><a href=\"#frequently-asked-questions-fa-qs\">Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/a><\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n<\/nav><\/div>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"has-background wp-block-paragraph\" style=\"background-color: #f3fffa; font-size: 20px;\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong><mark class=\"has-inline-color has-luminous-vivid-amber-color\" style=\"background-color: rgba(0, 0, 0, 0);\">Start your <a href=\"https:\/\/rentpost.as.me\/schedule\/50bc9b50\/appointment\/451486\/calendar\/any\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">free 30-day trial<\/a><\/mark><\/strong> and simplify Oregon property management today with RentPost.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"431\" class=\"wp-image-5976\" src=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/assets.resources.rentpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/28110249\/image-19-1024x431.png\" alt=\"Key Insights: Oregon Landlord Tenant Law 2026\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/assets.resources.rentpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/28110249\/image-19-1024x431.png 1024w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/assets.resources.rentpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/28110249\/image-19-300x126.png 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/assets.resources.rentpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/28110249\/image-19-768x323.png 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/assets.resources.rentpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/28110249\/image-19.png 1472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"what-are-landlords-and-tenants-rights-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What are Landlords\u2019 and Tenants\u2019 Rights in Oregon?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"what-rights-do-landlords-have-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\">What Rights Do Landlords Have in Oregon?<\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What are my rights as a landlord in Oregon? Even though Oregon is considered tenant-friendly, the Oregon <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">landlord tenant law<\/a> still gives landlords clear legal rights to manage their property and enforce rules under the Oregon Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. Let\u2019s look at the most common ones.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Charge Fees for Specified Events as They Arise<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landlords can charge certain fees, but only if they follow <strong>oregon rental laws<\/strong> and clearly include them in the rental agreement. Under ORS 90.302, only specific and reasonable fees are allowed.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Common allowed fees include:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Late rent payment, when a tenant fails to pay rent within the allowed grace period<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Bounced check charges, when a tenant\u2019s payment fails due to insufficient funds<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Costs for removal or tampering with smoke alarms or carbon monoxide detectors<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Charges for violating a signed pet agreement, such as keeping an unauthorized pet<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Cleanup costs when tenants fail to manage garbage, waste, or pet-related mess<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Parking violation fees when tenants break assigned parking rules<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Charges for improper use of vehicles within the premises, such as unauthorized storage or misuse<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a landlord charges a fee outside these rules, tenants can challenge it under the landlord-tenant laws of Oregon.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Initiate Eviction Against a Tenant<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landlords have the legal right to start eviction under Oregon landlord-tenant laws if a tenant does not follow the lease or legal requirements.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This includes cases where the tenant:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Does not pay rent on time or repeatedly delays payments<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Violates key lease terms, such as unauthorized occupants or misuse of the property<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Engages in illegal activities within the rental unit or the surrounding property<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Provides false or misleading information during the application process<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Causes damage to the property, including damage linked to pets<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, eviction must follow strict steps under Oregon tenant-landlord laws. Landlords must give proper written notice and allow time for the tenant to fix the issue when required by law.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Access to the Property<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A landlord generally must give at least 24 hours\u2019 actual notice before entering and may enter only for a statutory purpose and at a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">reasonable time<\/a>. The statute also allows specified exceptions, including certain written repair requests and agreements; emergency entry has an after-entry notice requirement. Notice is not excused only for emergencies or abandonment. <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Request or Demand a Security Deposit<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A tenancy <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">security deposit<\/a> is governed by ORS 90.300 and is distinct from a deposit an approved applicant may pay to secure a future rental agreement. For deposits received on or after January 1, 2026, a landlord may take an applicant hold deposit only after approving the application and before the rental agreement is signed. Before accepting it, the landlord must give written terms covering rent, fees, deposits, the agreement to sign, and conditions for refund or retention. If the agreement is signed, the deposit is applied to amounts due or refunded immediately. If the landlord fails to perform, or the applicant rejects the agreement because of material habitability defects, the deposit must be returned within <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025r1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB3521\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">five business days<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Charge Fees for Bounced Checks<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a tenant\u2019s rent payment fails, landlords can recover damages under ORS 30.701.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>They can charge up to $100 as a standard penalty<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Or claim up to three times the value of the bounced check, depending on the situation<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Late Rent Payment Charge or Fee<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A rental agreement must state the type and amount of any late fee, and no late fee may be charged before the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fifth day<\/a> of the rental period. Oregon law permits specified alternatives: a reasonable one-time flat fee; a reasonable daily amount capped at 6% of that flat fee; or 5% of periodic rent for each succeeding five-day period, or part of one, beginning on day five. <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h3 id=\"what-rights-do-tenants-have-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Rights Do Tenants Have in Oregon?\u00a0<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Is Oregon a tenant-friendly state? Yes! The state is rightfully considered a haven for tenants, and for good reason. It stands out with its renter-first approach, thanks to its strong policies against all forms of housing discrimination and retaliation, as well as regulations on rent control, sanitary premises, and tenant rights regarding pets.\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"no-discrimination\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>No Discrimination<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oregon\u2019s fair-housing law lists state protections that include race, color, religion, sex, national origin, familial status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors659A.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">source of income<\/a>. The federal <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hud.gov\/program_offices\/fair_housing_equal_opp\/fair_housing_act_overview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Fair Housing Act<\/a> separately lists race, color, national origin, religion, sex, familial status, and disability. These state and federal lists are not identical.  <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Protection Against Retaliation<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under ORS 90.385, tenants are protected from retaliation when they use their legal rights.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landlords cannot take negative action if a tenant:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Reports health or safety violations to authorities<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Files a complaint about housing conditions<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Joins or forms a tenant group or union<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Requests repairs or legal compliance<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Retaliation can include rent increases, reduced services, or eviction threats. These protections support strong tenant rights Oregon and prevent misuse of power.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"repair-and-deduct\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Right to Complain and Seek Help<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tenants have the right to take action if the property does not meet legal standards.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">They can:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>File complaints with local housing or health departments<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Contact legal aid or a <strong>tenant rights Oregon hotline<\/strong><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Report building or safety violations to government agencies<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This ensures tenants can enforce their <strong>renters rights in Oregon<\/strong> without fear.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Repair and Deduct<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A tenant may use the repair-and-deduct remedy only for a minor defect reasonably repairable for no more than <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">$300<\/a>; mold, radon, asbestos, and lead-based paint are excluded. The tenant must give written notice with a repair deadline at least seven days later. If the landlord does not repair it, the tenant may deduct the actual and reasonable cost up to $300. The tenant may not personally perform the work, and the person who does it must provide a written cost statement. <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Right to a Safe and Habitable Home<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under Oregon law, tenants have the right to live in a safe and livable property.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landlords must:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Provide working plumbing, heating, and electricity<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Ensure the structure is weatherproof and secure<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Maintain clean and safe common areas<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If landlords fail to meet these standards, tenants can take legal action under oregon landlord tenant law repairs rules.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Purchase the Facility (For Mobile Home Parks)<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tenants living in manufactured dwelling parks have the right to organize and attempt to purchase the property. They must:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Notify the landlord in writing<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Form a tenants committee<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Appoint a representative for communication<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/oregon.public.law\/statutes\/ors_90.844\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">This right<\/a> is protected and supports long-term housing stability.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"pets-in-premises\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pets in Premises<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tenants in certain housing types can keep pets under defined rules.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Existing pets cannot be removed if the rules change later<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Tenants can replace pets with similar ones in some cases<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>New behaviour rules apply to all pets<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Service and companion animals are always allowed under fair housing laws. <a href=\"https:\/\/oregon.public.law\/statutes\/ors_90.530\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">No extra deposit<\/a> can be charged.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Protection from Illegal Eviction<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A landlord may not use a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">lockout<\/a>, utility shutoff, or removal of a tenant\u2019s belongings to recover an ordinary residential rental unit. The landlord must use the required notice and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.oregon.gov\/courts\/coos\/help\/pages\/residential-eviction.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">court process<\/a>; a notice alone is not an eviction order.  <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h2 id=\"what-are-the-procedures-for-lease-termination-eviction-and-dispute-resolution-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Are the Procedures for Lease Termination, Eviction, and Dispute Resolution in Oregon?<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"legal-termination-procedure-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Legal Termination Procedure in Oregon<\/strong><\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For anyone wondering how to terminate a lease in Oregon, it&#8217;s important to follow current Oregon landlord-tenant law rules. These laws define notice periods, valid reasons, and tenant protections.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"what-are-the-notice-guidelines-to-break-a-lease-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Are the Notice Guidelines to Break a Lease in Oregon?<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Notice depends on the tenancy and the reason for termination. HB 2134 does not give every tenant a right to end any lease whenever a landlord gives 90 days\u2019 notice. It applies to a tenant under a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">fixed-term agreement<\/a> who receives an ORS 90.427(5) notice ending the agreement on or after the fixed term; the tenant may give written notice of a date at least <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB2134\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">30 days<\/a> after delivery, for qualifying agreements entered on or after the Act\u2019s effective date.  <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h4 id=\"legal-reasons-to-break-a-lease-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Legal Reasons to Break a Lease in Oregon<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Active military duty\u00a0<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Landlord harassment or repeated privacy violations<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Uninhabitable property<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Domestic violence<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>No compliance with mandatory disclosures at the time of signing the agreement<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>No reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Under recent updates to <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025R1\/Measures\/Overview\/SB586\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">SB 586<\/a> and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.portland.gov\/phb\/rental-services\/helpdesk\/landlord-tenant-policy-changes\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ORS 90.427<\/a>, landlords can now provide a 60-day notice instead of 90 days when terminating a tenancy due to the sale of a rental property.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, to use this shorter notice period, the landlord must also pay the tenant an amount equal to one month\u2019s rent as compensation at the time of notice, ensuring financial support during relocation<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"illegal-reasons-to-break-a-lease-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Illegal Reasons to Break a Lease in Oregon\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>House upsizing or downsizing<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Moving out to be closer to a family member or close friend<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Buying a new apartment<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Relocating for a new school or job<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Marriage<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Separation from the partner<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Moving out due to criminal activity(s) in the neighbourhood<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"how-can-tenants-send-notice-appropriately\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Can Tenants Send Notice Appropriately?<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The notice can be delivered in person or via certified or registered mail.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"eviction-process-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Eviction Process in Oregon<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Getting a tenant out of a rental in Oregon requires strict legal steps under Oregon landlord-tenant laws. Landlords must follow proper notice, timelines, and court procedures.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"serve-a-24-hour-to-30-day-eviction-notice\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Serve a 24-Hour to 30-Day Eviction Notice<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The notice and waiting period depend on the legal ground and tenancy. The 24-hour written notice in HB 3522 applies only to a <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB3522\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">statutorily defined squatter<\/a> category and permits the owner or landlord to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors105.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">take possession<\/a> through the procedures in ORS 105.100\u2013105.168; it does not apply to ordinary tenants or former tenants covered by the Residential Landlord and Tenant Act. An <a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.oregon.gov\/courts\/coos\/help\/pages\/residential-eviction.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">ordinary residential eviction<\/a> is a court action: a notice is followed by a complaint, summons, court process, and any required restitution procedure.   <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h4 id=\"file-an-eviction-lawsuit\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>File an Eviction Lawsuit<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If a tenant does not comply with a valid termination notice, a landlord seeking possession of an ordinary residential rental must file a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors105.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">forcible-entry-and-detainer case<\/a> in court. The complaint and summons start the court process; the landlord <a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.oregon.gov\/courts\/coos\/help\/pages\/residential-eviction.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">cannot recover possession<\/a> merely because the notice period has expired.  <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h4 id=\"court-serves-tenant-a-summons\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Court Serves Tenant a Summons<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">After the complaint is filed, the court issues a summons that states the date and time for the tenant\u2019s first court appearance. The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.oregon.gov\/courts\/coos\/help\/pages\/residential-eviction.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">summons and complaint<\/a> must be served under the applicable court rules. Missing the appearance can lead to a judgment for possession, so tenants should follow the summons and seek legal help promptly. <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h4 id=\"tenant-files-an-answer\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tenant Files an Answer<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">At the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.oregon.gov\/courts\/coos\/help\/pages\/residential-eviction.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">first court appearance<\/a>, a tenant may explain why the landlord should not recover possession and raise applicable defenses. If the parties do not resolve the case, the court can set it for trial. A tenant should attend the appearance stated in the summons and may seek legal assistance. <\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since June 5, 2026, evidence of a party\u2019s or witness\u2019s immigration status is <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2026R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB4111\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">generally inadmissible<\/a> in Oregon civil proceedings unless that status is essential to prove an element of a claim or establish a claim for relief. The statute includes limited post-trial uses and confidential in-camera procedures; it is not an absolute exclusion. <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h4 id=\"attend-the-court-hearing\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Attend the Court Hearing<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the case is contested, the court hears the parties\u2019 positions and evidence and decides whether the landlord is <a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.oregon.gov\/courts\/coos\/help\/pages\/residential-eviction.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">entitled to possession<\/a>. A landlord must prove the basis for the case and comply with the applicable notice and service rules. Any agreement or judgment is handled through the court process. <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h4 id=\"tenant-gets-up-to-48-hours-to-move-out\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Court Issues a Judgment and Restitution Process<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A notice period or court appearance does not itself authorize a landlord to remove a tenant. After the court enters a judgment for possession, the court\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.oregon.gov\/courts\/coos\/help\/pages\/residential-eviction.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">restitution process<\/a> governs any move-out and enforcement steps. The sheriff enforces the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors105.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">court\u2019s writ<\/a> after the required procedures.  <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h4 id=\"sheriff-forcibly-removes-the-tenant\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Sheriff Forcibly Removes the Tenant<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If the tenant does not leave after the court\u2019s restitution process, the sheriff\u2014not the landlord acting alone\u2014enforces the court\u2019s writ and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.oregon.gov\/courts\/coos\/help\/pages\/residential-eviction.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">restores possession<\/a> as the law allows. A landlord may not use a lockout or physical removal without <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors105.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">court authority<\/a>.  <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h3 id=\"dispute-resolution-options-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Dispute Resolution Options in Oregon<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landlords and tenants don\u2019t always agree with each other\u2019s opinion. Luckily, there are a few peaceful ways to sort things out without heading straight to court in this Beaver State.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"talking-it-out-negotiation\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Talking It Out (Negotiation)<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The simplest way to resolve a dispute is through open, respectful communication. Landlords and tenants should discuss the issue\u2014whether it\u2019s unpaid rent, property maintenance, or rule violations\u2014in a calm manner. For instance, a tenant might propose a new payment plan for overdue rent, while a landlord could agree to a repair timeline. Document any agreement in writing to ensure clarity and avoid future misunderstandings.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"mediation-services\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Mediation Services<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If direct talks fail, mediation offers a structured yet informal solution. A neutral mediator facilitates a conversation to help both parties reach a mutually acceptable agreement. In Oregon, organizations like <a href=\"https:\/\/resolutionsnorthwest.org\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Resolutions Northwest<\/a> (503-595-4890) provide free or low-cost mediation through programs like the Landlord-Tenant <a href=\"https:\/\/www.portland.gov\/phb\/rental-services\/eviction-help-renters\/landlord-tenant-mediation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Mediation Pilot<\/a> Program in Portland. Mediation is less formal than court, protects relationships, and typically takes only a few hours to complete.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"small-claims-court\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Small Claims Court<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For financial disputes, such as unpaid rent or security deposit issues up to $10,000, small claims court is an effective option. This process is designed to be accessible without requiring an attorney. Both parties present evidence to a judge, who issues a binding decision. Filing is simple through Oregon\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/www.courts.oregon.gov\/courts\/pages\/default.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Circuit Courts<\/a>, and resources are available at <a href=\"http:\/\/courts.oregon.gov\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">courts.oregon.gov<\/a>.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Small claims court is affordable and faster than formal legal proceedings, making it ideal for straightforward disputes.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"community-dispute-resolution-programs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Community Dispute Resolution Programs<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For disputes in manufactured home communities, Oregon\u2019s Manufactured <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregon.gov\/ohcs\/mmcrc\/pages\/index.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Communities Resource Center<\/a> (MCRC) offers mediation services (1-800-453-5511). Since 2020, landlords in these communities must mediate certain disputes in good faith, or they may owe tenants one month\u2019s rent.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"court-route\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Court Route<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For significant issues, such as lease violations or habitability concerns, legal action may be necessary. Landlords must follow Oregon\u2019s eviction process, starting with proper written notice (e.g., a 72-hour notice for non-payment of rent). Tenants can file lawsuits for issues like unsafe living conditions. Consulting an attorney, such as those at firms like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.murphylitigation.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Murphy Law Group<\/a>, ensures compliance with Oregon\u2019s landlord-tenant laws.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While effective, this option can be time-consuming and costly, so it\u2019s best as a last resort.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong>Download this checklist for Oregon <a href=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/assets.resources.rentpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/04\/28112053\/Oregon-Landlord-Tenant-Checklist-2026.pdf\">Landlords Tenant Rights<\/a> <\/strong>and use it before any rent change or eviction. It helps you stay legal and avoid fines.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 Explore landlord tenant rights in other US regions:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>California <a href=\"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/article\/california-landlord-tenant-rights\/\">Landlord Tenant Rights<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Colorado <a href=\"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/article\/landlord-tenant-rights-in-colorado\/\">Landlord Tenant Rights<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>New Jersey <a href=\"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/article\/landlord-tenant-rights-in-new-jersey\/\">Landlord Tenant Rights<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Landlord Tenant <a href=\"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/article\/landlord-tenant-rights-in-georgia\/\">Rights in Georgia<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/article\/massachusetts-landlord-tenant-rights\/\">Massachusetts Landlord-Tenant Rights<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Landlord Tenant <a href=\"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/article\/arizona-landlord-tenant-rights\/\">Rights in Arizona<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Important Landlord Tenant <a href=\"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/article\/landlord-tenant-rights-in-ohio\/\">Rights in Ohio<\/a><\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Landlord-Tenant <a href=\"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/article\/texas-landlord-tenant-rights\/\">Rights in Texas<\/a>\u00a0<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"what-are-landlords-and-tenants-responsibilities-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Are Landlords\u2019 and Tenants&#8217; Responsibilities in Oregon?<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" class=\"wp-image-5979\" src=\"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/image-19-1024x682.png\" alt=\"Landlords\u2019 and Tenants' Responsibilities in Oregon\" srcset=\"https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/assets.resources.rentpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/28110249\/image-19-1024x431.png 1024w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/assets.resources.rentpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/28110249\/image-19-300x126.png 300w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/assets.resources.rentpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/28110249\/image-19-768x323.png 768w, https:\/\/s3.amazonaws.com\/assets.resources.rentpost.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/28110249\/image-19.png 1472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"landlord-responsibilities-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Landlord Responsibilities in Oregon<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landlords must follow federal laws and regulations to ensure renters live comfortably and without worry. From providing required disclosures to returning the security deposit on time, below are the key responsibilities of landlords.\u00a0\u00a0\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"disclose-required-information-to-tenants\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Disclose Required Information to Tenants<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landlords shall disclose the following information to tenants before signing a lease:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Payments for homeowners\u2019 association assessments\u00a0<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Flood zones<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Tenant\u2019s insurance<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Smoke detectors and alarms<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Smoking policy<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Carbon monoxide alarms\u00a0<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Responsibility for paying utility bills<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Lead-based paint<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Pending legal actions against the dwelling unit<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Contact details of the owner and\/or manager of the unit<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Affordability-restriction notices and smoking-policy changes<\/h4>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For a dwelling subject to an affordability restriction, before charging an <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025r1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/SB973\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">applicant-screening fee<\/a> or entering a rental agreement, a landlord must provide the notice required by ORS 456.259(4), or, when that provision does not apply, the Oregon Housing and Community Services-prescribed written notice stating the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">earliest date<\/a> the restriction could end. This requirement applies to certain restricted units, not every rental.  <\/p>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Starting January 1, 2027, a landlord may change a smoking policy to prohibit smoking inside dwelling units or interior common areas without each affected tenant\u2019s written consent only if the unit is in a building developed under a development agreement or shares a wall with another unit. The rule does not apply to an accessible unit, and a fixed-term tenancy is not affected until its term ends. The landlord must provide and post a designated smoking area, give at least <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2026R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB4120\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">180 days\u2019<\/a> written notice, and disclose in the rental agreement whether smoking is prohibited, allowed throughout, or allowed only in identified areas. <\/p>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Confidential tenant information<\/h4>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since June 5, 2026, Oregon restricts a landlord from disclosing <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2026R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB4123\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">defined confidential information<\/a> about a tenant, former tenant, applicant, or household member unless a statutory exception applies. The definition includes date of birth, government identification numbers, contact and financial information, immigration or citizenship status, protected-class membership, certain tenant-rights and domestic-violence records, and medical or disability records. Exceptions include separate written consent, a court order or judicial warrant or subpoena (not an administrative warrant or subpoena), and specified screening, housing-compliance, maintenance, reference, insurance, collection, or legal uses. A knowing violation permits a claim for twice the monthly rent of the tenancy or prospective tenancy. <\/p>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Online applications, tenant portals, and payment choices<\/h4>\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Since June 5, 2026, a landlord using a tenant portal to accept applications must post a printable application online or provide a copy by mail or email within seven days after a prospective applicant\u2019s written request, and must process applications submitted through or outside the portal. If an applicant or tenant requests an alternative in writing, the portal cannot be the sole way to verify identity, review or sign legal addenda, or submit tenancy documents. Landlords must allow payment by check or another commercially reasonable method and cannot require <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2026R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/SB1523\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">electronic payment<\/a>. A landlord cannot charge a late fee or terminate for nonpayment after refusing an allowed payment; a portal or card-processing fee is permitted only under the statute\u2019s conditions. <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h4 id=\"give-appropriate-notice-before-increasing-rent\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Give Appropriate Notice Before Increasing Rent<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A rent-increase notice generally must be written and delivered at least 90 days before the effective date, or seven days for a week-to-week tenancy. For tenancies governed by ORS 90.323, rent generally cannot be increased in the first year or more than once in a 12-month period. The 2026 maximum is 9.5% for covered ORS 90.323 tenancies and facilities with 30 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">or fewer spaces<\/a>, and <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.oregon.gov\/oregon-newsroom\/OR\/DAS\/Posts\/Post\/Correction-2026-Rent-Stabilization-Percentages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">6%<\/a> for manufactured-dwelling or marina facilities with more than 30 spaces. The cap has statutory exceptions, including certain newer units and specified affordable housing.  <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h4 id=\"return-the-security-deposit\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Return the Security Deposit<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A landlord must provide a written accounting and return any amount due <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">within 31 days<\/a> after the tenancy ends and the landlord receives possession. A lawful deduction may cover unpaid rent or tenant-caused damage beyond ordinary wear and must be itemized. The applicant hold-deposit rules are separate from this post-tenancy security-deposit deadline. <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h4 id=\"maintain-premises-in-habitable-condition\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Maintain Premises in Habitable Condition<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landlords, at all times during a tenancy, shall maintain rental premises in a <a href=\"https:\/\/oregon.public.law\/statutes\/ors_90.320\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">habitable condition<\/a>, which includes, but isn&#8217;t limited to:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Effective waterproofing and weather protection of roof and exterior walls, windows, and doors<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Plumbing facilities in good working order<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Hot and cold water supply<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Heating facilities<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Floors, walls, ceilings, stairways, and railings maintained in good repair<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"tenant-responsibilities-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Tenant Responsibilities in Oregon<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Living in a rental home in Oregon comes with a few key duties. They&#8217;re simple, but skipping them can lead to problems. Here&#8217;s a quick look at what every Oregon tenant needs to handle responsibly.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"obtain-and-maintain-liability-insurance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Obtain and Maintain Liability Insurance\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oregon is one of the few US states that has made it mandatory for tenants to obtain and maintain <a href=\"https:\/\/oregon.public.law\/statutes\/ors_90.222\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">liability insurance<\/a>. <\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">According to the law:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\u201cThe amount of coverage may not exceed $100,000 per occurrence or the customary amount required by landlords for similar properties with similar rents in the same rental market, whichever is greater.\u201d<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"pay-the-rent-on-time\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pay the Rent on Time<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tenants shall complete the <a href=\"https:\/\/oregon.public.law\/statutes\/ors_90.417\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">monthly rent payment<\/a> by the first of every month, or as specified in the agreement. Landlords may accept partial payments; however, they still hold the right to terminate the tenancy for non-payment of the balance of the rent owed.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h4 id=\"property-maintenance\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Property Maintenance\u00a0<\/strong><\/h4>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Not just landlords, but tenants are also required to <a href=\"https:\/\/oregon.public.law\/statutes\/ors_90.325\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">maintain the apartment<\/a> in the condition it was in when they received it. This means:<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\r\n<li>Using living room, bedroom, kitchen, bathroom and dining room for purposes they were designed and intended<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Disposing all ashes, garbage, rubbish, and other waste in a clean and safe manner<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Keeping all plumbing fixtures in the dwelling unit in the original state<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Using provided facilities and appliances responsibly<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Behaving in a manner that doesn&#8217;t disturb other tenants and neighbours\u00a0<\/li>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<li>Test and replace the batteries of smoke alarms, smoke detectors, or carbon monoxide alarms every six months or as needed<\/li>\r\n<\/ul>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"oregon-landlord-tenant-rental-laws\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Oregon Landlord-Tenant Rental Laws<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oregon has its own set of rental rules. Whether you&#8217;re a landlord or tenant, understanding them makes renting smoother and safer for everyone. Let\u2019s break them down simply.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"rent-control-law\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rent Control Law<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oregon limits <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">annual rent increases<\/a> for covered tenancies under ORS 90.323 and 90.324. The applicable maximum depends on the tenancy and, for manufactured-dwelling and marina facilities, the number of spaces. Statutory exemptions include certain units with a first certificate of occupancy issued less than 15 years before the notice and specified affordable housing. <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Maximum Rent Increase (2026 Update)<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For calendar year 2026, Oregon\u2019s <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.oregon.gov\/oregon-newsroom\/OR\/DAS\/Posts\/Post\/Correction-2026-Rent-Stabilization-Percentages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">maximum annual increase<\/a> is 9.5% for tenancies governed by ORS 90.323 and for manufactured-dwelling or marina facilities with 30 or fewer spaces. The 2026 maximum is 6% for facilities with more than 30 spaces. For ordinary tenancies subject to ORS 90.323, the cap generally does not apply when the unit\u2019s first certificate of occupancy was issued less than <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB3054\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">15 years<\/a> before the notice or when the statutory <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">affordable-housing exception<\/a> applies. These are 2026 rates under Oregon\u2019s annual rent-stabilization law.   <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Often Can Rent Be Increased?<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For tenancies subject to ORS 90.323, rent generally may not be increased during the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">first year<\/a> of the tenancy or more than once in any 12-month period. The statute includes exceptions, including qualifying newer units and certain affordable housing. These timing rules are separate from the annual maximum percentage. <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Notice Requirements for Rent Increas<\/strong>e<\/h3>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A rent-increase notice generally must be in writing at least <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">90 days<\/a> before the effective date; for week-to-week tenancies, the period is seven days. The notice must comply with the applicable tenancy classification and may not exceed the 2026 maximum for a <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.oregon.gov\/oregon-newsroom\/OR\/DAS\/Posts\/Post\/Correction-2026-Rent-Stabilization-Percentages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">covered unit<\/a>. The general cap exception for a unit with a first certificate of occupancy issued less than 15 years before the notice and the statutory affordable-housing exception are limited by the statute.  <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Penalty for Illegal Rent Increase<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A tenant may recover <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">three months\u2019 rent<\/a> plus actual damages for a violation of the specified rent-cap restriction in ORS 90.323. This remedy does not apply automatically to every rent-law or notice error. <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h3 id=\"pet-law\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Pet Law<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landlords can decide if pets are allowed in their rental properties and set rules about the type, size, or number of pets. They can require a signed pet agreement and charge a refundable pet deposit to cover damages, but not a non-refundable pet fee. If a tenant keeps an unauthorized pet that could cause damage, the landlord can issue a 10-day notice to remove it or face eviction. Violating a pet agreement can lead to a fine of up to $50 per violation.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Service animals and emotional support animals are exempt from pet deposits or fees under fair housing laws, as they\u2019re considered necessary for tenants with disabilities. Tenants are responsible for any damage caused by pets, including service animals.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"rental-agreement-law\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rental Agreement Law<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oregon\u2019s rental agreement law states that agreements can be written or oral, but written is better to avoid disputes. Landlords must provide a copy of the written agreement to tenants before moving in, and it should include details like rent amount, due date, security deposit, and rules about pets or smoking.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Landlords can add any clauses as long as they follow Oregon law. Rent is due at the start of each month or week unless the agreement says otherwise. Late fees must be fair and listed in the agreement, with a 4-day grace period.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"how-rent-post-helps-landlords-in-oregon-property-management\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How RentPost helps landlords in Oregon property management<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Managing rentals in Oregon comes with legal rules, rent control, and tenant rights to consider. Our <a href=\"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/features\/property-management\">property management software<\/a>, RentPost, simplifies this with an all-in-one property management software built for landlords.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">From online rent collection and tenant screening to lease tracking, accounting, and maintenance requests, RentPost handles it all in one easy dashboard.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You can manage multiple units, generate reports, and stay compliant with Oregon\u2019s landlord-tenant laws.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">With pricing starting at just $1\/unit per month and no long-term contracts, it\u2019s a smart, stress-free way to manage your properties and tenants efficiently.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udc49 <strong>Start your <a href=\"https:\/\/rentpost.as.me\/schedule\/50bc9b50\/appointment\/451486\/calendar\/any\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">free 30-day trial<\/a><\/strong> and simplify Oregon property management today.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 id=\"frequently-asked-questions-fa-qs\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)<\/strong><\/h2>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"what-tenant-rights-apply-in-oregon-when-the-landlord-sells-the-house\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Tenant Rights Apply in Oregon When the Landlord Sells the House?<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When a landlord sells a house in Oregon, tenants with a lease can stay until it ends. Month-to-month tenants get 90 days\u2019 notice if the new owner wants them to leave the premises. Tenants have the right to a safe home and their security deposit returned, following Oregon law.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"how-much-notice-does-a-landlord-have-to-give-a-tenant-to-move-out-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>How Much Notice Does a Landlord Have to Give a Tenant to Move Out in Oregon?<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The termination period depends on the tenancy, reason, and applicable statutory protections. For a qualifying sale-related termination, a <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/SB586\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">60-day option<\/a> is limited to a documented, accepted offer from a purchaser who intends in good faith to make the dwelling a primary residence. The landlord must pay one month\u2019s periodic rent when giving that notice, in addition to the payment otherwise required by ORS 90.427(6)(a)(B), unless the statutory exception for an owner with an interest in <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">four or fewer<\/a> covered dwellings applies. Qualifying 90-day sale notices also require written evidence of the offer.  <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h3 id=\"what-are-the-laws-regarding-security-deposits-in-oregon\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>What Are the Laws Regarding Security Deposits in Oregon?<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A tenancy security deposit is generally accounted for and returned within 31 days after the tenancy ends and the landlord receives possession. Deductions must be <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">lawful, itemized<\/a>, and for amounts permitted by statute; a tenant may seek statutory remedies for wrongful withholding. Applicant hold deposits received on or after <a href=\"https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025r1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB3521\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">January 1, 2026<\/a>, are governed by separate rules and are not the same as a security deposit paid after a tenancy begins.  <\/p>\n\n\r\n<h3 id=\"does-oregon-landlord-tenant-law-apply-to-commercial-leases\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Does Oregon Landlord-Tenant Law Apply to Commercial Leases?<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oregon\u2019s landlord-tenant law, like the Residential Landlord and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Tenant Act<\/a>, applies only to residential properties, not commercial leases. Commercial leases are governed by the lease agreement and general contract law. Disputes may go to court, but rules like eviction notices or security deposit laws don\u2019t apply.\u00a0<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"is-oregon-a-landlord-friendly-state\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Is Oregon a Landlord-Friendly State?<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oregon is considered moderately landlord-friendly, as it&#8217;s more tenant-friendly due to strong protections like rent control and strict eviction rules. Landlords can evict for non-payment after 72 hours, but no-cause evictions require 30-90 days\u2019 notice. Security deposit rules favour tenants, requiring quick refunds. Compared to states like Texas, Oregon\u2019s laws balance both sides but prioritize tenant rights.<\/p>\r\n\r\n\r\n\r\n<h3 id=\"does-oregon-have-rent-control\" class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Does Oregon Have Rent Control?<\/strong><\/h3>\r\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Oregon has a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">statewide limit<\/a> on annual increases for covered tenancies, with statutory exceptions. For 2026, the maximum is 9.5% for tenancies covered by ORS 90.323 and facilities with 30 or fewer spaces, and 6% for manufactured-dwelling or marina facilities with more than 30 spaces. The annual percentages <a href=\"https:\/\/apps.oregon.gov\/oregon-newsroom\/OR\/DAS\/Posts\/Post\/Correction-2026-Rent-Stabilization-Percentages\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">change by year<\/a>; they are not permanent caps.  <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Data Sources<\/h2>\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>https:\/\/apps.oregon.gov\/oregon-newsroom\/OR\/DAS\/Posts\/Post\/Correction-2026-Rent-Stabilization-Percentages<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors090.html<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025r1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB3521<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025r1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/SB973<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2026R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/SB1523<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2026R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB4123<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2026R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB4111<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2026R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB4120<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/www.courts.oregon.gov\/courts\/coos\/help\/pages\/residential-eviction.aspx<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB3522<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors659A.html<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/www.hud.gov\/program_offices\/fair_housing_equal_opp\/fair_housing_act_overview<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB2134<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025R1\/Measures\/Overview\/SB586<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/www.portland.gov\/phb\/rental-services\/helpdesk\/landlord-tenant-policy-changes<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/www.oregonlegislature.gov\/bills_laws\/ors\/ors105.html<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/www.portland.gov\/phb\/rental-services\/eviction-help-renters\/landlord-tenant-mediation<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/www.courts.oregon.gov\/courts\/pages\/default.aspx<\/li>\n\n\n<li>http:\/\/courts.oregon.gov<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/www.oregon.gov\/ohcs\/mmcrc\/pages\/index.aspx<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/HB3054<\/li>\n\n\n<li>https:\/\/olis.oregonlegislature.gov\/liz\/2025R1\/Downloads\/MeasureDocument\/SB586<\/li>\n\n<\/ul>\n\n","protected":false},"author":11,"featured_media":5540,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_monsterinsights_skip_tracking":false,"footnotes":""},"manualknowledgebasecat":[45],"manual_kb_tag":[],"ppma_author":[371],"class_list":["post-5539","manual_kb","type-manual_kb","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","manualknowledgebasecat-landlord","author-jacob-thomason"],"acf":[],"jetpack_sharing_enabled":true,"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manual_kb\/5539","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manual_kb"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/manual_kb"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/11"}],"version-history":[{"count":16,"href":"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manual_kb\/5539\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":6622,"href":"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manual_kb\/5539\/revisions\/6622"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/5540"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=5539"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"manualknowledgebasecat","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manualknowledgebasecat?post=5539"},{"taxonomy":"manual_kb_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/manual_kb_tag?post=5539"},{"taxonomy":"author","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/rentpost.com\/resources\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/ppma_author?post=5539"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}