Under ORS 90.427, an Oregon landlord may end a month-to-month tenancy without cause only during the first year, with at least 30 days' written notice. After the first year a no-cause termination is generally barred, and the landlord must state a qualifying landlord reason and give 90 days' notice (60 days for certain owner-occupied duplexes).
ORS 90.427 allows a no-cause termination during the first year of occupancy by 'notice in writing not less than 30 days prior' for month-to-month tenancies, and the same 30-day notice applies to ending a first-year fixed-term tenancy without cause. After the first year, the landlord may terminate only for tenant cause or for a qualifying landlord reason such as demolition, major repairs, owner move-in, or sale to a buyer who will occupy, with 'notice in writing not less than 90 days.' A narrow exception lets an owner who lives on a property of two or fewer units give 60 days' no-cause notice after the first year. A fixed-term lease that expires after the first year rolls over to month-to-month.
Under ORS 90.427(8), a landlord who terminates without a lawful basis, or fails to give the required first-month relocation assistance where applicable, is liable to the tenant for up to three months' rent plus actual damages.
Other ordinances people look up for this city. Green dot = verified primary-source excerpt.
Portland, OR
Amplified music in Portland must meet PCC 18.10 decibel limits and cannot be plainly audible at 100 feet from the source between 10 PM and 7 AM.
Portland, OR
Outdoor music at Portland venues and events typically requires a Noise Variance and must end by 10 PM in residential-adjacent areas without a specific approval.
Portland, OR
Industrial noise in Portland must meet PCC 18.10 receiving-zone limits; industrial sources adjacent to residential cannot exceed 55 dBA night or 60 dBA day a...
Portland, OR
Portland regulates leaf blowers under PCC Chapter 18.10 noise code; gas blowers are restricted by time of day and Multnomah County has phased rules tied to s...
Portland, OR
Portland sets exterior noise limits under PCC 18.10: 55 dBA day and 50 dBA night at residential receptors, with 5 to 10 dBA bonuses for commercial and indust...
Portland, OR
Portland requires EV-ready wiring in new residential buildings under the state reach code and supports curbside EV charging through PBOT's EV Ready permit pr...
See how Portland's lease termination & notice to vacate rules stack up against other locations.
Help us keep this page accurate. If you notice an error or outdated information, let us know.