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Portland, OR Public Health Rules: Rodent Control (2026)

Some Restrictions
Compiled from the official code textEditor Martyn O'NeillLast verified August 2026

Key Facts

Code section
Portland City Code § 29.30.130
Duty
Keep structure free of pests
Enforcement
Portland Permitting & Development
Penalty
Monthly fees, double after 3 months
Related rule
Garbage must be in covered receptacles

Summary

Portland's property maintenance code requires every structure be kept free of insect and rodent infestation, with prompt extermination and reinfestation prevention required under Portland City Code § 29.30.130.

...Every structure must be kept free from insect, rodent, vermin or other pest infestation, and where found, infestations must be promptly exterminated as set forth in the administrative rules. After extermination, proper precautions must be taken to prevent reinfestation.

Source: Portland City Code Title 29View official code

Full Breakdown

Title 29's Property Maintenance chapter makes rodent and pest control a standing duty for every structure in Portland, not just rental housing: owners and occupants must keep the building free of insect, rodent, and vermin infestation, exterminate promptly when pests are found, and take precautions afterward to prevent reinfestation. The same chapter requires household garbage to be stored in receptacles free of holes and covered with tight-fitting lids, and exterior areas kept clean and free of rubbish accumulation. Portland Permitting & Development enforces the standard through inspections triggered by complaints or the city's rental registration program.

Violations & Fines

Portland Permitting & Development issues a notice of violation with a 30-day cure period; uncorrected violations trigger monthly enforcement fees under PCC § 3.30.040 that double after three months, with cases referred to the Code Hearings Officer under Title 22.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Portland require rodent control on rental property?
Yes. Portland City Code § 29.30.130 requires every structure, including rentals, be kept free of insect and rodent infestation, with prompt extermination and precautions against reinfestation once pests are found.
What happens if I ignore a rodent infestation notice in Portland?
Portland Permitting & Development can impose monthly enforcement fees under PCC § 3.30.040, which double if the violation isn't fixed within three months, plus a possible Code Hearings Officer case.

Sources & Official References

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