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Oregon at a glance: Security Deposit Limit: No statutory cap · Deposit Return Deadline: 31 days after move-out · Notice to Terminate (No Fault): 90 days
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Overview
Lease Agreements in Oregon
Oregon has one of the most comprehensive landlord-tenant frameworks in the country, governed by ORS § 90.100 to 90.875. Oregon enacted statewide rent control in 2019 — the first state to do so — capping annual rent increases at 7% plus the consumer price index (maximum 10%).
Security deposits have no cap in Oregon but must be returned within 31 days. For no-fault terminations, landlords must provide 90 days' notice. Eviction notices for non-payment are among the shortest in the country: 72 hours for a first offense.
Key Facts
Oregon Lease Agreement — Quick Reference
| Requirement | Oregon Rule |
|---|---|
| Security Deposit Limit | No statutory cap |
| Deposit Return Deadline | 31 days after move-out |
| Notice to Terminate (No Fault) | 90 days |
| Eviction Notice (Non-Payment, First Offense) | 72-hour Notice |
| Eviction Notice (Non-Payment, Second Offense) | 144-hour Notice |
| Statewide Rent Control Cap | 7% + CPI, maximum 10% per year |
| Governing Law | ORS § 90.100 to 90.875 |
Legal Requirements
Oregon Legal Requirements
- Annual rent increases capped at 7% + CPI (max 10%) for units over 15 years old.
- No-fault terminations require 90 days' written notice.
- Deposits must be returned within 31 days with itemized deductions.
- 24 hours' notice required before landlord entry for non-emergency purposes.
- Lead paint disclosure required for pre-1978 properties.
- Portland has additional local tenant protection ordinances.
Governing Laws
Oregon Governing Laws
ORS § 90.323
Statewide Rent Control
Limits annual rent increases to 7% plus the CPI, with a 10% maximum cap, for most residential units built more than 15 years ago.
ORS § 90.300
Security Deposits
Requires return within 31 days of tenancy termination with itemized deductions. No statutory cap on deposit amount.
ORS § 90.394
Termination for Non-Payment
Requires 72-hour notice for first non-payment offense within 12 months; 144-hour notice for second offense.
Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Oregon legal resources or your state legislature's official website.
Questions & Answers
Oregon Lease Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions
Does Oregon have statewide rent control?
Yes. Oregon was the first state to enact statewide rent control (2019). Annual rent increases are capped at 7% plus the local CPI, with a 10% maximum, for most residential units built more than 15 years ago. Units built within the past 15 years are exempt.
How much notice does an Oregon landlord need to terminate a tenancy?
For no-fault terminations, Oregon requires 90 days' written notice. For tenants who have rented for more than 1 year, just cause may be required. For non-payment, only 72 hours' notice is required (first offense) or 144 hours (second offense within 12 months).
What is the eviction process in Oregon?
Oregon's non-payment notice period is among the shortest — 72 hours for a first offense. If unpaid, the landlord files a Forcible Entry and Detainer (FED) action. Oregon courts typically schedule FED hearings within 7-10 days of filing.