COVID-19 safety and programs

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Renters & Landlords

Learn about current renter protections and where to find rent assistance.
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PHB has moved! New mailing address and office location

1900 SW 4th Avenue, Suite 7007, Portland, OR 97201
Our offices are currently operating remotely. Housing Partners, see memo about the new address.
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Rental Services Office

Program

Call or email the helpline for technical assistance and information on landlord-tenant laws and policy. RSO staff can provide referrals and information, however, they cannot offer legal advice.

Rental Services Helpdesk

RentalServices@portlandoregon.gov

503-823-1303Monday, Wednesday, and Friday 9 - 11 a.m. and 1 - 4 p.m. Please use phone, email, fax, or post mail.

711Oregon Relay Service

503-865-3260

Featured content

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COVID-19 Landlord-Tenant Policy Changes

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Federal and Private Mortgage Relief

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Rental Services Helpdesk

Moving truck and boxes in front of a house in Portland

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Mandatory Renter Relocation Assistance

Apartment building entrance with a sign "For Rent, all welcome to apply"

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Application and Screening

Toolbox and paint bucket, and appliances

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Security Deposits

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Residential Rental Registration Program and Schedule R

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Resources for Landlords and Tenants

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Portland Landlord-Tenant Law Training

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About RSC | Meeting Materials and Recordings

State of Oregon Resource

Oregon Rent Stabilization

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About the Rental Services Office

News

Portland Housing Bureau 2020-21: By the Numbers

News Article

December 21, 2021 11:21 am

A message from PHB's Director and a look back at the work accomplished during this last year.

New Stronger Safe Harbor Protections From Eviction For Nonpayment While Applying for Rent Assistance

News Article

December 15, 2021 1:00 pm

Oregon passed Senate Bill 891 which strengthened protections against evictions for nonpayment of rent for those tenants who have applied for rent assistance.

Free training sessions for Landlords on Portland Landlord-Tenant Law

Blog Post

November 29, 2021 10:55 am

New trainings added for November 2021 to June 2022. Register to attend a virtual training session.

Past Meetings and Hearings

January 18, 2022 – Rental Services Commission (RSC) MeetingPublic Meeting

October 19, 2021 – Rental Services Commission (RSC) MeetingPublic Meeting

September 21, 2021 – Rental Services Commission (RSC) MeetingPublic Meeting

August 17, 2021 – Rental Services Commission (RSC) MeetingPublic Meeting

July 20, 2021 – Rental Services Commission (RSC) MeetingPublic Meeting

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