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A landlord, upon 60 days’ written notice to a tenant, may unilaterally amend a rental agreement to require a tenant to pay to the landlord, as part of the utility or service charge, a pro rata proportion of any new or increased public service charge billed to the landlord by a utility or service provider or a local government for a public service provided directly or indirectly to the tenant’s dwelling unit or to the facility common areas.
Under ORS § 90.570, Oregon landlords are permitted to modify an existing rental agreement—without the tenant's agreement—to pass through a proportional share of new or increased public service charges. These charges must be billed to the landlord by a utility, service provider, or local government for services that benefit the tenant's unit or shared common areas. The landlord must provide at least 60 days' written notice before the change takes effect.
Plain English — not legal advice.
ORS § 90.570 allows property owners to recover a pro rata share of new or increased public service charges by amending the rental agreement unilaterally, provided a full 60 days' written notice is delivered to each affected tenant. Compliant operators typically document the underlying bill from the utility, service provider, or local government and calculate each tenant's proportional share transparently. Maintaining clear records of the notice delivery date and the basis for the charge allocation is a common practice among operators relying on this provision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
ORS § 90.570 gives landlords the authority to add or increase a public service charge to your rent, but only after providing at least 60 days' written notice. If you receive such a notice, you have the right to verify that the charge reflects an actual new or increased bill from a utility, service provider, or local government and that your share is calculated on a pro rata basis. Tenants who believe a charge does not comply with ORS § 90.570 may consider contacting a local tenant-rights organization or Oregon's statewide tenant assistance resources to understand available options.
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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