OAR 813 § 813-270-0025
Manuals
Operative Text
Effective June 10, 2026, the Oregon Rehousing Initiative Program Guidance Manual (ORI Manual) with the requirements and standards therein, is incorporated into and adopted as part of division 813-270 of the department's administrative rules. The ORI Manual may be accessed online at the OHCS website.
OAR 813 § 813-270-0025 establishes that, beginning June 10, 2026, the Oregon Rehousing Initiative Program Guidance Manual (ORI Manual) carries the same legal weight as the administrative rules in division 813-270. This means the requirements and standards set out in the ORI Manual are not merely advisory guidelines but are formally binding under Oregon administrative law. The manual is made publicly available through the Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) website.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under OAR 813 § 813-270-0025, operators and property owners participating in the Oregon Rehousing Initiative should treat the ORI Manual as an extension of the division 813-270 administrative rules, not as optional guidance. Compliant operators generally review the ORI Manual directly from the OHCS website to ensure their practices align with its requirements and standards. Because the manual is incorporated by reference into the rules effective June 10, 2026, staying current with any updates posted to the OHCS website is a standard part of program compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
OAR 813 § 813-270-0025 means that the ORI Manual's protections and requirements have the force of administrative rule, which can be relevant if a dispute arises about how the Oregon Rehousing Initiative is being administered. Tenants or applicants who believe program requirements are not being followed may reference both division 813-270 and the ORI Manual when raising concerns with OHCS or another appropriate body. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Oregon housing programs can help individuals understand how the manual's standards may apply to their circumstances.
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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