Landlord and Tenant Law

Important Information for Oregon Renters and Landlords

There is no longer an eviction freeze in Oregon. Renters who are behind on rent or can't pay future rent should apply for help.

Renters can apply to programs for help paying back and future rent and utilities through:

Payments go directly to landlords and utility companies.

Renters should show their landlords proof that they applied for rent help as soon as possible.

Renters are now protected from eviction until their application for rent help is processed if they show proof to their landlord.

Back Rent from April 2020 – June 2021: Time to Pay

The deadline to pay back rent owed for April 2020 – June 2021 is February 28, 2022. Landlords cannot evict tenants for rent owed from this period until March 1, 2022.

Landlord Guarantee Program:

Landlords who have delayed evictions for renters who applied for rent help may qualify for this program. More information is available here.

Other Important Changes:

Unpaid rent from April 2020 – March 2022 cannot count against renters in future rental applications. (Oregon law SB 282)

Guests – Renters may share housing until February 28, 2022, as long as they are not breaking any laws. This means that until that time, landlords cannot evict or fine renters for having more guests than the landlord's guest policy allows.

Home Foreclosure Freeze

The foreclosure freeze for homeowners ended December 31, 2021.

Learn more at the Oregon Division of Financial Regulation.

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