Oregon Lease Renewal / Rent Increase Notice

This document is a complete, Oregon-compliant written notice for lease renewal, rent adjustment, or modification of terms for residential tenancies. It is designed for landlords or authorized agents to provide proper notice under the Oregon Residential Landlord and Tenant Act (ORS Chapter 90), specifically ORS 90.427 for terminations and renewals of periodic tenancies.

All variable user inputs are represented as `[[Token Name]]` placeholders. Fixed statutory requirements, notice periods, and service rules are written in full. This template covers both rent increases and other term changes for month-to-month and fixed-term tenancies transitioning or renewing.

1. Oregon notice requirements for periodic tenancies, ORS 90.427

ORS 90.427 governs termination of tenancy without tenant cause. For month-to-month tenancies:

• The tenant may terminate at any time with at least 30 days' written notice prior to the termination date.
• During the first year of occupancy, the landlord may terminate with at least 30 days' written notice.
• After the first year of occupancy, the landlord may terminate a month-to-month tenancy only for a qualifying landlord reason listed in ORS 90.427(3)(c) or by providing a longer notice period as specified (often 90 days in practice for no-cause in certain contexts).

For fixed-term leases, renewal or changes are governed by the lease terms. If the lease converts to month-to-month at end of term, ORS 90.427 applies.

Tenancy Type for This Notice: [[Month-to-Month / Fixed Term Lease Ending [[Lease Expiration Date]] / Converting to Month-to-Month]]

Landlord Notice Period Applied: [[30 days (tenancy < 1 year) / 90 days (tenancy ≥ 1 year) / As required by lease for fixed term]]

Effective Date of Change or Termination: [[Effective Date]]

Occupancy Duration at Time of Notice: [[Less than 1 year / 1 year or more, specify start date [[Tenancy Start Date]]]]

2. Rent increase and term modification rules

Oregon does not impose a uniform statewide rent control cap applicable to all private rentals in the same manner as some other states. However:

• Any rent increase or material change to terms for a periodic tenancy must be preceded by proper written notice under ORS 90.427.
• The notice must clearly state the new rent, the effective date, and any other modified terms.
• Increases may not be retaliatory (ORS 90.385) or discriminatory.
• If the tenancy is under a written fixed-term lease, the lease controls the ability and process for rent changes during the term.

Current Rent: [[Current Monthly Rent Amount]]

Proposed New Rent: [[New Monthly Rent Amount]]

Rent Due Date (unchanged unless modified): [[Day of the Month, e.g. 1st]]

Other Modified Terms: [[List specific changes or "No other changes proposed"]]

Percentage or Dollar Increase: [[Dollar Amount or Percentage of Increase or "N/A"]]

3. Contents the notice must include

A proper notice under Oregon law should state:

• The identity of the landlord or authorized agent.
• The address of the premises.
• The names of the tenants.
• Whether the notice is for rent increase, other term change, renewal offer, or termination.
• The exact effective date of the new terms or termination.
• The amount of any new rent and payment instructions if changed.
• Reference to the governing lease or rental agreement.
• A statement of tenant rights to respond or vacate.
• Method of delivery consistent with ORS 90.155.

4. Tenant / landlord identification and property details

Property Address: [[Full Street Address]], [[City]], OR [[ZIP Code]]

Landlord / Authorized Agent
Name or Company: [[Landlord Full Name or Management Company]]
Mailing Address: [[Landlord Mailing Address]]
Phone: [[Landlord Phone]]
Email: [[Landlord Email]]

Tenant(s)
Name(s): [[Tenant Full Name(s)]]
Current Mailing Address (if different): [[Tenant Mailing Address if not the premises]]

Lease / Rental Agreement Reference
Date of Original Agreement: [[Original Lease or Rental Agreement Date]]
Type: [[Fixed Term / Month-to-Month]]

Current Monthly Rent: [[Current Monthly Rent]]
New Monthly Rent Effective [[Effective Date]]: [[New Monthly Rent]]
Additional Charges (unchanged unless noted): [[Current/Changed Pet Rent, Parking, Utilities, etc. or "None"]]

Effective Date of New Terms: [[Effective Date of Rent or Term Changes]]

5. Method and proof of service, ORS 90.155

Notices must be served in one of the following ways under ORS 90.155:

• Personal delivery to the tenant.
• First-class mail to the tenant at the premises or last known address.
• Posting a copy in a conspicuous place on the premises and mailing a copy by first-class mail (combined method).

Landlord should retain proof of service (certified mail receipt if used, affidavit of posting, or signed acknowledgment).

Service Method Used for This Notice

• [[Personal delivery on [[Delivery Date]] to [[Recipient Name or "Tenant"]]]]
• [[First-class mail sent [[Mail Date]] to [[Address Used]]]]
• [[Posting on [[Posting Date]] at [[Location on Premises, e.g. front door]] plus first-class mail on same date]]

Proof of Service to be Retained: [[Yes, certified mail receipt / signed receipt / photo of posting + mail receipt / other documentation]]

6. Tenant response options and deadlines

The tenant should respond in writing if they:

• Accept the new rent and/or terms.
• Wish to negotiate.
• Intend to vacate rather than accept.

Recommended response deadline: at least [[7 / 14]] days before the effective date to allow orderly transition.

Tenant Response Deadline: [[Response Deadline Date]]

Tenant Response Options (select one in writing)

• I accept the new monthly rent of [[New Monthly Rent]] and all proposed terms effective [[Effective Date]]. I will continue the tenancy.
• I wish to negotiate different terms. I will contact the landlord in writing by [[Negotiation Deadline]].
• I will vacate the Premises on or before [[Vacate Date]].

7. Sample notice letter

OREGON LEASE RENEWAL / RENT INCREASE NOTICE

[[Notice Date]]

[[Tenant Full Name(s)]]
[[Property Full Street Address]]
[[City]], OR [[ZIP Code]]

Re: Lease Renewal and/or Rent Adjustment for Premises at [[Property Full Address]]

Dear [[Tenant Full Name(s)]]:

Your current tenancy for the above Premises [[is a month-to-month tenancy / is scheduled to convert to month-to-month on [[Conversion Date]] / lease term ends [[Lease End Date]]]].

This notice informs you that effective [[Effective Date]], the following terms will apply:

• New monthly rent: [[New Monthly Rent]] (increase of [[Dollar or % Increase]] from current [[Current Monthly Rent]])
• Other changed terms: [[Specific changes or "None, all other lease terms remain the same"]]
• New tenancy type (if applicable): [[Month-to-Month / New Fixed Term ending [[New End Date]]]]

Under ORS 90.427, this notice period is [[30 / 90]] days. All other terms of your rental agreement not modified by this notice remain in effect.

Please provide your written response by [[Response Deadline Date]] indicating acceptance, a request to negotiate, or your intent to vacate. If you do not accept the new terms, you may provide proper notice to terminate or vacate in accordance with your lease and Oregon law.

We value your tenancy. Contact [[Landlord Phone]] or [[Landlord Email]] with questions.

Sincerely,

[[Landlord Full Name or Company]]
[[Landlord Mailing Address]]
[[Landlord Phone]] | [[Landlord Email]], -

Tenant Acceptance / Response (return signed copy)

I, [[Tenant Full Name(s)]], received this notice on [[Date Received]].

☐ Accept the new rent and terms effective [[Effective Date]]
☐ Will vacate by [[Date]]
☐ Request negotiation

Signature: ______________________________ Date: _____________

Printed Name: [[Tenant Full Name(s)]]

8. Landlord certification and signature

I certify that this notice is issued in good faith, complies with ORS Chapter 90 (including ORS 90.427 and ORS 90.155), is not retaliatory under ORS 90.385, and that I have a lawful basis for any proposed changes.

Landlord / Authorized Agent Signature: _______________________________ Date: [[Notice Date]]

Printed Name: [[Landlord Signatory Full Name]]

Title: [[Landlord / Property Manager / Authorized Agent]]

Company: [[Landlord or Management Company]]

Address: [[Landlord Mailing Address]]

Phone: [[Landlord Phone Number]]

Email: [[Landlord Email Address]]

9. Recordkeeping and follow-up

Recommended Records

• Copy of this notice as served.
• Proof of service documentation.
• Any tenant response or written acceptance.
• Updated lease amendment or new rental agreement if terms accepted.
• Rent ledger updates reflecting new amount.

Retain records for at least [[3 / 4]] years after tenancy ends or longer if dispute possible.

Key Follow-Up Dates

• [[Effective Date minus 14 days]]: Confirm tenant decision.
• [[Effective Date]]: Verify payment or vacancy.
• [[Effective Date plus 10 days]]: Update accounting and any portals.

10. Tenant rights and resources

Tenants receiving this notice have rights under Oregon law, including:

• The right to receive proper notice before changes take effect.
• Protection against retaliatory actions (ORS 90.385).
• Right to dispute improper notices in court.
• Access to legal aid: Oregon Law Help (oregonlawhelp.org), Legal Aid Services of Oregon, or local tenant resources.

This document is a template only and does not constitute legal advice. Landlords and tenants should verify current statutes, consult qualified Oregon legal counsel, and review the specific lease before relying on or responding to this notice. Local rules (e.g., Portland/Multnomah County ordinances) may impose additional requirements.

11. Statutory references (Oregon, as of June 2026)

*Template, not professional legal advice. Verify all notice periods, service methods, and requirements against the current Oregon Revised Statutes and any applicable local ordinances before use. Requirements can change; confirm the law as of the date of service. Retain proof of service in all cases.*