Can a landlord enter for showings in Oregon?

Short answer

Yes. Oregon landlords may enter a rental unit to show it to prospective tenants, purchasers, or lenders under ORS 90.322, provided they give at least 24 hours of actual notice and enter at a reasonable time. The notice should state that the purpose is a showing and include the approximate date and time. The scope of entry is limited to showing the unit - it does not include moving tenant belongings or inspecting unrelated items.

When this comes up

Showings typically come up near the end of a tenancy, during a sale, or when a landlord is pre-leasing a unit. Tenants sometimes object to frequent showings or request specific hours. The landlord's right to show must be balanced against the tenant's right to quiet enjoyment and reasonable notice.

Oregon rule or source to check

ORS 90.322 allows entry to show the unit to prospective tenants, purchasers, or lenders. The same 24-hour actual notice and reasonable-time requirements apply. Some local ordinances or rental agreements may add restrictions on showing frequency or hours, so check your lease and any city rules that may apply.

Practical workflow

1. Practical workflow. 1) Give the tenant at least 24 hours of actual notice for each showing, or negotiate a showing schedule if multiple showings are needed. 2) Include the purpose (showing), the approximate time window, and the date. 3) Enter at a reasonable time and limit the visit to showing the unit. 4) Avoid touching tenant belongings or opening closed storage areas. 5) If the tenant requests a different time, try to accommodate when practical. 6) Document each showing notice and any tenant communications.
2. Common mistakes. Scheduling showings without proper notice; conducting showings at unreasonable hours; failing to state the purpose as a showing; touching or moving tenant belongings; using a showing as a pretext for inspection; and scheduling so many showings that it interferes with the tenant's reasonable use of the home.
3. Related forms or workflows. A written 24-hour entry notice for each showing, or a pre-negotiated showing schedule with tenant consent. For sales, coordinate with the listing agent to batch showings. The Oregon Notice and Form Finder can help with delivery-method questions.

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