Oregon · Eviction
Does my landlord need a reason to make me move out in Oregon?
Yes, after the first 12 months.
Why, and the exact law
The landlord must give 90 days' written notice and usually pay 1 month's rent to move.
Depends on the number of units or whether the owner lives in the building.
From Oregon law (ORS), read Oct 4, 2026. Show the law
“Except as provided in subsection (8) of this section, at any time after the first year of occupancy, the landlord may terminate the tenancy only:”
Or. Rev. Stat. § 90.427 · oregon.public.law Every rule here, word for word (1)
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Oregon termination of periodic tenancies; just cause after first year
Does my landlord need a reason to make me move out?
Yes, after the first 12 months.
The landlord must give 90 days' written notice and usually pay 1 month's rent to move.
Depends on the number of units or whether the owner lives in the building.
Who it covers
- Not owner-occupied buildings with 2 units or fewer.
- Exemptions: Same-property landlord residence with no more than two units; manufactured dwelling tenancies; first-year tenancies.
- In force since
- 2019
The law, word for word
“Except as provided in subsection (8) of this section, at any time after the first year of occupancy, the landlord may terminate the tenancy only:”
Or. Rev. Stat. § 90.427 · oregon.public.law · Retrieved Oct 4, 2026
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