Does Portland require relocation assistance?
Yes - Portland's Mandatory Renter Relocation Assistance ordinance can require landlord-paid relocation in qualifying no-cause termination and qualifying rent-increase scenarios, in addition to ORS 90.427.
Portland Relocation Assistance Rules
Some Portland rental situations may trigger local Mandatory Renter Relocation Assistance obligations in addition to statewide Oregon requirements under ORS 90.427. This page helps you frame the research path.
Oregon statewide rule
ORS 90.427 generally requires one month's rent in relocation assistance for qualifying no-cause / qualifying-landlord-reason terminations after the first year, with limited landlord-size exemptions.
Portland local overlay
Portland's Mandatory Renter Relocation Assistance ordinance can apply to additional triggers - for example, certain non-renewals, qualifying rent increases above a threshold, or certain substantial lease changes - and amounts may differ. Always verify the current Portland City Code chapter.
When more facts are needed
Whether Portland relocation assistance is owed depends on the trigger event, exemption status, household size/unit type, and timing. Use the workflow tools to walk a specific scenario.
Common Oregon questions
What events trigger Portland relocation assistance?
Triggers can include qualifying no-cause terminations, certain qualifying rent increases, and certain substantial lease changes - subject to the current Portland City Code and exemptions.
Are small landlords exempt from Portland relocation assistance?
Some exemptions exist for very small landlords and certain housing types, but exemption rules change - verify current Portland City Code before relying on an exemption.
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