How does the Oregon 24-hour notice to enter work?

Short answer

Under ORS 90.322, an Oregon landlord generally must give a tenant at least 24 hours of actual notice before entering for inspection, repairs, or showings. The notice should include the purpose, the approximate time, and the date of entry. It must be delivered by a method that ensures the tenant actually receives it, and entry must occur at a reasonable time.

When this comes up

Landlords use the 24-hour notice whenever they need to schedule an inspection, make repairs, show the unit, or access the property for another lawful purpose. The question often comes up when counting the notice period, choosing a delivery method, or handling a tenant who claims they did not receive the notice.

Oregon rule or source to check

ORS 90.322 sets the 24-hour actual notice standard and defines the purposes for which entry is allowed. It also limits entry to reasonable times. ORS 90.155 governs formal written notice delivery methods, including personal service, first-class mail, and attachment plus first-class mail. Actual notice is broader - it includes any method where the tenant actually receives the information.

Practical workflow

  1. 1. Practical workflow. 1) Choose the purpose and date of entry. 2) Count back at least 24 full hours from the planned entry time. 3) Prepare a notice that includes the property address, the purpose, the approximate time window, and the date. 4) Deliver the notice by a method likely to reach the tenant - written notice with proof of delivery is strongest. 5) Enter only within the stated time window and purpose. 6) Keep a copy of the notice and any delivery confirmation in the file.
  2. 2. Common mistakes. Counting less than 24 full hours; forgetting to state the purpose or time window; using a delivery method where receipt is uncertain; entering outside the stated time without fresh notice; and combining multiple purposes in one notice but then doing something not disclosed.
  3. 3. Related forms or workflows. A written 24-hour entry notice is the standard document. Some landlords use a recurring showing notice for ongoing marketing. Trade associations such as the third-party sources publish member forms that landlords can review and adapt.

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