OAR 813 § 813-260-0012
Legal Services and Mediation Manual
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Legal Services and Mediation Program Guidance with the requirements and standards therein, dated February 2024 is incorporated into and adopted as part of this division of administrative rules, by reference. The program guidance may be accessed online at the OHCS website. [ED. NOTE: To view attachments referenced in rule text, click here for PDF copy.]
OAR 813 § 813-260-0012 formally incorporates the Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) Legal Services and Mediation Program Guidance document, dated February 2024, into the state's administrative rules by reference. This means the standards and requirements contained in that guidance document carry the same regulatory weight as the rule itself. The full guidance document is publicly available through the OHCS website.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under OAR 813 § 813-260-0012, operators participating in OHCS-administered legal services or mediation programs are generally expected to be familiar with and operate in accordance with the February 2024 Program Guidance document, which is now part of the binding administrative rules. Compliant program participants typically review the guidance document directly from the OHCS website to understand applicable requirements and standards. Staying current with any updates posted by OHCS is a common practice among operators subject to this division.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
OAR 813 § 813-260-0012 means that the February 2024 Legal Services and Mediation Program Guidance issued by Oregon Housing and Community Services carries the force of administrative rule, which may affect how legal services and mediation resources are made available to renters through OHCS-funded programs. Tenants who believe a program is not being administered in accordance with these standards may consider reaching out to OHCS directly or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Oregon housing programs. The guidance document itself is publicly accessible on the OHCS website and can help renters understand what program participants are expected to provide.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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