What does an Oregon rent increase notice need to include?

Short answer

Under ORS 90.323, an Oregon rent increase notice on a periodic tenancy must be in writing, give at least 90 days before the effective date, state the new rent and effective date, and be delivered using a method allowed by ORS 90.155, with mailing days added when applicable.

When this comes up

Drafting a renewal-cycle rent increase, adjusting rent on a recently acquired property, or correcting a defective notice already in flight.

Oregon rule or source to check

ORS 90.323 covers the 90-day notice and first-year prohibition. ORS 90.324 covers the cap. ORS 90.155 covers service methods and time-counting rules for mail and post-and-mail.

Practical workflow

  1. 1. Draft in writing. Use a written form (template or letter) — verbal notice does not satisfy ORS 90.323.
  2. 2. Include the required content. Property address, current rent, new rent, dollar and percent change, effective date, and a clear statement that this is a rent increase.
  3. 3. Count 90 days back. From the effective date, count back at least 90 calendar days for the service date. Add mailing days if applicable under ORS 90.155.
  4. 4. Choose a permitted delivery method. Personal delivery, first-class mail, or attachment plus first-class mail when the lease authorizes it.
  5. 5. Keep proof of service. Retain a signed acknowledgment, certificate of mailing, or photo and receipt for posting-and-mailing.

Common mistakes

Missing the 90-day count because mailing days were not added, forgetting to state the effective date, and serving during the first year of occupancy where ORS 90.323 prohibits it.

Related forms or workflows

A standard 90-day rent increase notice, a calculation worksheet, and a service log are the essential pieces. If an third-party source form is needed, obtain it directly from third-party form sources.

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