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- Oregon caps most residential rent increases at 7 percent plus the consumer price index, or 10 percent, whichever is lower, in any 12 month period. The Department of Administrative Services publishes the limit for the next calendar year by September 30.
- No increase is allowed in the first year of a tenancy, and units whose first certificate of occupancy is less than 15 years old, plus some regulated affordable housing, are exempt from the cap; an unlawful increase can cost three months' rent plus damages.
- After the first year, a landlord must give at least 90 days of written notice that states the amount of the increase, the new rent and the date it starts.
- For a week to week tenancy, the notice period is seven days.
Oregon was the first state to cap rent increases statewide. Most increases are limited to 7 percent plus inflation, never more than 10 percent, while cities and counties are barred from adopting their own rent control.
Oregon rent control at a glance
| Rule | Oregon | Law |
|---|---|---|
| Rent control status | Oregon caps most residential rent increases at 7 percent plus the consumer price index, or 10 percent, whichever is lower, in any 12 month period. The Department of Administrative Services publishes the limit for the next calendar year by September 30. | ORS 90.323 and ORS 90.324 |
| Statewide cap on increases | No increase is allowed in the first year of a tenancy, and units whose first certificate of occupancy is less than 15 years old, plus some regulated affordable housing, are exempt from the cap; an unlawful increase can cost three months' rent plus damages. | ORS 90.323 |
| Notice before a rent increase | After the first year, a landlord must give at least 90 days of written notice that states the amount of the increase, the new rent and the date it starts. | ORS 90.323 |
| Notice before a rent increase | For a week to week tenancy, the notice period is seven days. | ORS 90.323 |
Does Oregon have rent control?
Rent control status. Oregon caps most residential rent increases at 7 percent plus the consumer price index, or 10 percent, whichever is lower, in any 12 month period. The Department of Administrative Services publishes the limit for the next calendar year by September 30. (ORS 90.323 and ORS 90.324)
Limits on increases
Statewide cap on increases. No increase is allowed in the first year of a tenancy, and units whose first certificate of occupancy is less than 15 years old, plus some regulated affordable housing, are exempt from the cap; an unlawful increase can cost three months' rent plus damages. (ORS 90.323)
City and county rules
Local ordinances. Cities and counties may not adopt ordinances that control the amount of rent on private housing, apart from narrow exceptions such as housing that receives public benefits. (ORS 91.225)
Local ordinances. Some cities, including Portland, have their own rules on relocation payments or added notice for certain terminations and large increases. (Local ordinances)
Notice before an increase
Notice before a rent increase. After the first year, a landlord must give at least 90 days of written notice that states the amount of the increase, the new rent and the date it starts. (ORS 90.323)
Notice before a rent increase. For a week to week tenancy, the notice period is seven days. (ORS 90.323)
Mistakes to avoid
- Assuming a unit is exempt without checking the exemption rules and any notice the exemption requires.
- Following state rules and missing a stricter city ordinance.
- Raising rent in the middle of a fixed term when the lease does not allow it.
- Giving less notice than the increase requires.
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- ORS 90.323 and ORS 90.324
- ORS 90.323
- ORS 91.225
- Local ordinances
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Does Oregon have rent control?
Oregon caps most residential rent increases at 7 percent plus the consumer price index, or 10 percent, whichever is lower, in any 12 month period. The Department of Administrative Services publishes the limit for the next calendar year by September 30. Source: ORS 90.323 and ORS 90.324.
How much can rent go up in a year in Oregon?
No increase is allowed in the first year of a tenancy, and units whose first certificate of occupancy is less than 15 years old, plus some regulated affordable housing, are exempt from the cap; an unlawful increase can cost three months' rent plus damages. Source: ORS 90.323.
Do cities in Oregon have their own rent rules?
Cities and counties may not adopt ordinances that control the amount of rent on private housing, apart from narrow exceptions such as housing that receives public benefits. Some cities, including Portland, have their own rules on relocation payments or added notice for certain terminations and large increases. Source: ORS 91.225; Local ordinances.