Oregon Statewide Rule

Oregon Statewide Rent Control Law

Heavy RestrictionsApplies statewide across Oregon (2026)

Oregon was the first U.S. state to enact statewide rent control. Under ORS 90.323 and 90.324, annual rent increases are capped at 7% plus the consumer price index, with a maximum ceiling adjusted yearly by the Department of Administrative Services.

Key Facts

Annual cap: 7% plus CPI
Hard ceiling (2025): 10% maximum
Notice required: 90 days written
Building age exemption: Under 15 years
Statute: ORS 90.323, 90.324

Source: Oregon Public Law

Full Breakdown

Oregon Senate Bill 608 (2019) created statewide rent stabilization codified in ORS 90.323 and 90.324. Landlords cannot raise rent more than 7% plus the September CPI for the West Region during any 12-month period, with an absolute cap (10% in 2024 and 2025 after legislative adjustments via SB 611). The law exempts buildings less than 15 years old (rolling exemption), subsidized housing, and certain owner-occupied small properties. Tenants must receive at least 90 days written notice of any increase. Local jurisdictions cannot impose stricter rent control beyond state limits, though the law itself applies uniformly statewide.

Violations & Penalties

Landlords charging unlawful increases owe tenants three months rent plus actual damages under ORS 90.323(4). Tenants may sue to recover overcharges and attorney fees.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Oregon rent control apply to all rentals?

No. Buildings under 15 years old, subsidized housing, and certain owner-occupied units (with two or fewer rentals) are exempt. Most other residential tenancies are covered statewide.

Can my Oregon city impose stricter rent control?

Oregon's law applies uniformly statewide. Cities generally cannot enact local rent control beyond what state law permits, though they may regulate other tenancy issues not covered.

How much notice must a landlord give for a rent increase?

At least 90 days written notice. No rent increase is permitted during the first year of a month-to-month tenancy under ORS 90.323.

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Oregon Statewide Rent Control Law

Heavy RestrictionsApplies statewide across Oregon (2026)

Full Breakdown

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Oregon rent control apply to all rentals?

No. Buildings under 15 years old, subsidized housing, and certain owner-occupied units (with two or fewer rentals) are exempt. Most other residential tenancies are covered statewide.

Can my Oregon city impose stricter rent control?

Oregon's law applies uniformly statewide. Cities generally cannot enact local rent control beyond what state law permits, though they may regulate other tenancy issues not covered.

How much notice must a landlord give for a rent increase?

At least 90 days written notice. No rent increase is permitted during the first year of a month-to-month tenancy under ORS 90.323.