Section 8 Voucher Acceptance: Portland vs Troutdale
How do section 8 voucher acceptance rules compare between Portland, OR and Troutdale, OR?
Portland, OR
Multnomah County
Oregon ORS 659A.421 makes it unlawful for a landlord to refuse to rent or to discriminate against an applicant or tenant because of their source of income, including Section 8 (Housing Choice) vouchers, VASH, Section 811, or other government rental assistance. Portland's FAIR Ordinance (PCC 30.01.086) reinforces and locally enforces this protection.
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Multnomah County
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Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Portland | Troutdale |
|---|---|---|
| Statute | ORS 659A.421 | - |
| Local Add-On | PCC 30.01.086 (FAIR Ordinance) | - |
| Protected Source | Section 8, VASH, Section 811, Veterans benefits, SSI, SSDI, child support | - |
| Income Test | Only applied to tenant's portion of rent | - |
| Voucher Issuer | Home Forward (Portland-area Housing Authority) | - |
| Enforcement | Oregon BOLI + Portland Housing Bureau | - |
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Portland FAQ
Can a Portland landlord refuse to accept Section 8 vouchers?
No. ORS 659A.421 and Portland City Code 30.01.086 prohibit source-of-income discrimination. Refusing a voucher, advertising 'no Section 8,' or imposing income tests that effectively exclude voucher holders is unlawful.
Who administers Section 8 vouchers in Portland?
Home Forward, the housing authority for the City of Portland and Multnomah County, administers the federal Housing Choice Voucher program locally. Landlords contract with Home Forward through a HAP contract once a unit passes HQS inspection.
Troutdale FAQ
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