Rental Services Commission

Meet the Commissioners, find meeting materials and join the mailing list to stay up-to-date on landlord-tenant issues

• Public Meetings
• About the Commission
• Join our Mailing List

Mandatory Renter Relocation Assistance

Learn about Portland’s rules around no cause evictions, rent increases over 10% and changes to lease terms

• General Information
• Frequently Asked Questions
• Apply for Relocation Exemption
• Notify PHB of a Relocation Payment
• Public Comment on Relocation Rules

Residential Rental Registration Program

Registration requirement for all rental units located in Portland

• Frequently Asked Questions
• Notice of Requirement (with translated versions)
• Schedule R
• City Code 7.02.890
• Ordinance 189086

Fair Access in Renting (FAIR Rules)

On March 1, 2020, new rules go into effect for security deposits and the application and screening process for landlords operating rental housing units in Portland. Learn more about these requirements.

• Application and Screening
• Security Deposits

Rent Stabilization

Every September 30, the Oregon Office of Economic Analysis (OEA) will publish the maximum annual rent increase percentage for the following calendar year. Click here to learn more about the statute passed by the State of Oregon in February 2019

Helpful Resources and Links

Looking for help? Click here for a list of agencies and additional resources for landlords and tenants.

• Search for Rentals
• Paying Rent and Utilities
• ORS Chapter 90 - Residential Landlord and Tenant Laws
• AMI Calculator
• Portland Maps

Request for Qualifications: Landlord-Tenant Law Education and Training Series

Evaluation is complete. Notice of Intent is available to download here.