Oregon rental agreement checklist

Short answer

An Oregon rental agreement should generally include the parties, property description, tenancy type and term, rent amount and due date, deposit amount and conditions, late-fee language consistent with ORS 90.260, entry rules consistent with ORS 90.322, maintenance responsibilities, and any addenda in use. It should also reference - and actually attach - the disclosures and addenda that apply to the property.

When this comes up

This question comes up when a landlord is drafting or reviewing a lease, switching from an old template, or responding to a tenant dispute about what the lease actually says. It also comes up when a landlord realizes an out-of-state template may not match Oregon law.

Oregon rule or source to check

ORS 90.100 defines key lease terms. ORS 90.260 limits late fees. ORS 90.300 governs deposits. ORS 90.322 governs entry. ORS 90.316 covers smoke and CO alarms. Federal law requires lead-based paint disclosure for pre-1978 housing. Some local ordinances add extra requirements. The agreement should not contradict these rules.

Practical workflow

1. Practical workflow. 1) List the parties and property. 2) State tenancy type, start date, and term. 3) Set rent, due date, and accepted payment methods. 4) State deposit amount and what it covers. 5) Include late-fee language that fits ORS 90.260. 6) Include entry rules consistent with ORS 90.322. 7) Reference and attach all active addenda and disclosures. 8) Include maintenance and repair responsibilities. 9) Have all adult tenants sign and keep a complete copy.
2. Common mistakes. Copying an out-of-state template with non-Oregon deposit or entry language; setting late fees that exceed ORS 90.260 limits; referencing addenda that are not attached; omitting the tenancy type or term; using vague maintenance language; and failing to have all adult tenants sign.
3. Related forms or workflows. Trade-association forms are a common starting point. The Oregon Lease Builder workflow helps identify which clauses and addenda may fit a specific property. Propsistant is a workflow guide - it does not supply official legal forms and should not replace review by a licensed Oregon attorney.

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