A Multnomah County jury just awarded $32K after a $287 repair dispute and a rent increase issued only four days after the tenant’s second written protest. Here’s the practical playbook every Portland Metro and Oregon landlord needs this summer on timing, documentation, and consistency under ORS 90.385.

Portland landlords — summer turnover season is here and habitability questions are spiking. Grab our free 2026 Summer Habitability & Maintenance Compliance Checklist with Multnomah, Washington & Clackamas County nuances, inspection steps, and documentation tips. Stay compliant and protect your deposits. Read now:

Tired of squatters turning your vacant rental into their crash pad? HB 3522's new eviction rules are a game-changer for Oregon landlords! Dive into our latest blog for a step-by-step guide, real Portland examples, and tips to protect your properties. Don't miss out—read now and stay ahead of the curve.

As spring blooms in Oregon, don't let winter damage derail your rentals! Dive into our guide on Oregon Rental Spring Maintenance, inspections, turnover tips, and tax strategies to keep your properties profitable and compliant. From roof checks to deposit deductions, get the insider advice from PAROA President Christian Bryant. Read now and gear up for a smooth season!

Under Oregon law—specifically ORS 90.320—landlords have a clear duty to maintain "adequate heating facilities" that conform to code at installation and stay in good working order throughout the tenancy. The dwelling has to remain habitable, meaning if the heat's out and it's freezing, that's a big problem. No, there's no magic number like "must keep it at 68 degrees," but courts generally view a non-functional system as a habitability violation, especially when temps drop low