Portland, OR Rental Property Rules: Pass-Through Charges (2026)

Portland's FAIR Ordinance significantly limits what landlords may charge beyond rent. Application screening fees may not exceed the actual average cost of a tenant screening report and credit check, and the landlord must publish the fee schedule. Security deposits are capped (see security-deposit-rules entry) and may not exceed amounts in PCC 30.01.087. Utility pass-throughs (water, sewer, stormwater, garbage) must be disclosed in the lease and billed in compliance with ORS 90.315, which requires the landlord to provide copies of utility provider bills on request and prohibits markup beyond the actual provider charge plus a permitted administrative fee. 'Move-in' or 'move-out' administrative fees are not permitted absent specific written agreement and itemization. Portland landlords may not charge fees for late rent that exceed the caps in ORS 90.260 (flat fee not to exceed $50 or 5% of rent for tenancies under one month; reasonable late fee thereafter). Non-refundable fees are restricted to those specifically authorized by ORS 90.302.