Lease Agreement Template Oregon

RESIDENTIAL LEASE AGREEMENT

Document Control: RAD-OR-2024.1 | Effective Date: [Effective Date] | Jurisdiction: State of Oregon

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1. OFFICIAL NOTICE & LEGAL DISCLAIMER

DISCLAIMER: This residential lease agreement template is drafted to comply with Oregon landlord-tenant law (ORS Chapter 90). However, municipal jurisdictions within Oregon (such as Portland, Eugene, or Milwaukie) may enforce localized tenant protection ordinances, including mandatory relocation assistance, additional notice periods, or rent control caps. Both parties acknowledge that legal counsel should be consulted to ensure strict compliance with local municipal codes. Neither the drafter nor the publisher assumes liability for uncustomized or improperly executed agreements.

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2. PARTIES & DEFINITIONS

This Residential Lease Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into as of [Date], by and between:

• Landlord: [Landlord Full Legal Name / Business Entity Name], with a primary mailing address of [Landlord Mailing Address] ("Landlord"), and
• Tenant(s): [Tenant 1 Full Legal Name] and [Tenant 2 Full Legal Name] ("Tenant").

Premises: Landlord hereby leases to Tenant, and Tenant hereby leases from Landlord, the real property located at [Street Address, Unit Number], City of [City], Oregon, Zip Code [Zip Code] (the "Premises"), together with the following personal property, if any: [List any included appliances, furniture, or storage units, or state "None"].

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3. OPERATIVE CLAUSES & TERMS

SECTION 1: TERM

1.1 Fixed Term: This Agreement shall commence on [Lease Start Date] (the "Commencement Date") and shall expire on [Lease End Date] at 11:59 PM (the "Termination Date"), unless renewed or terminated earlier in accordance with law or the terms of this Agreement. 1.2 Holdover: If Tenant remains in possession of the Premises after the expiration of this Agreement without Landlord's written consent, Tenant shall be deemed a tenant at sufferance, subject to immediate eviction and liable for holdover rent equal to [150% / 200%] of the monthly rent rate, plus all associated damages incurred by Landlord.

SECTION 2: RENT & PAYMENT TERMS

2.1 Monthly Rent: Tenant agrees to pay to Landlord the sum of [Monthly Rent Amount] ($[0.00]) as base rent for the Premises, due on or before the first (1st) day of each calendar month (the "Due Date"). 2.2 Delivery of Payment: Rent shall be paid via [Select: Electronic Portal / ACH / Check / Money Order] delivered to Landlord at [Payment Address / Online Portal URL]. Cash is strictly prohibited. 2.3 Grace Period & Late Fees: Rent is late if not received by Landlord by 11:59 PM on the fourth (4th) day of the month. Pursuant to ORS 90.260, if rent is unpaid when due and fails to reach Landlord within the statutory grace period, Tenant shall pay a reasonable late fee of [Insert Flat Fee Amount OR % of Monthly Rent, e.g., $50.00 or 5%]. A dishonored check fee of [Fee Amount, e.g., $35.00] shall be assessed for any returned payments. 2.4 Application of Funds: Landlord shall apply all incoming payments first to outstanding late fees, utilities, or damages, and lastly to current base rent.

SECTION 3: SECURITY DEPOSIT

3.1 Deposit Amount: Upon execution of this Agreement, Tenant shall deposit with Landlord the sum of [Security Deposit Amount] ($[0.00]) as a security deposit (the "Security Deposit"). The Security Deposit shall be held in accordance with ORS 90.300. 3.2 Interest & Deductions: Landlord may deduct from the Security Deposit reasonable costs for nonpayment of rent, default under the lease, tenant-caused damage to the Premises beyond normal wear and tear, and cleaning costs necessary to return the Premises to its initial condition. 3.3 Return of Deposit: Within thirty-one (31) days after the termination of the tenancy and delivery of possession back to Landlord, Landlord shall provide Tenant with a full accounting and refund of the remaining balance, delivered to Tenant's forwarding address via first-class mail.

SECTION 4: UTILITIES & SERVICES

4.1 Tenant Responsibilities: Tenant shall directly contract and pay for all utilities and services associated with the Premises, including: [List utilities, e.g., Electricity, Gas, Internet, Trash Removal]. 4.2 Landlord Responsibilities: Landlord shall pay for the following utilities and services: [List utilities, e.g., Water, Sewer, HOA Dues, or state "None"].

SECTION 5: USE & OCCUPANCY

5.1 Permitted Use: The Premises shall be used and occupied exclusively as a private residential dwelling by Tenant and the following permitted minor occupants: [List names of minor occupants, or state "None"]. 5.2 Guests: Visits by overnight guests exceeding fourteen (14) consecutive days or twenty-one (21) cumulative days in any rolling 12-month period without Landlord's prior written consent shall constitute a material breach of this Agreement. 5.3 Subletting & Assignment: Tenant shall not assign this Agreement, sublet the Premises, or grant any license to use the Premises or any part thereof without Landlord's express prior written consent.

SECTION 6: MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS, & ALTERATIONS

6.1 Tenant Maintenance Obligations: Tenant shall maintain the Premises in a clean, sanitary, and safe condition, promptly disposing of all rubbish, garbage, and waste. Tenant shall immediately notify Landlord of any hazardous conditions, water leaks, or structural failures. 6.2 Landlord Maintenance Obligations: Landlord shall maintain the structural integrity of the Premises, including roof, walls, plumbing, heating, and electrical systems in compliance with the habitability standards of ORS 90.320. 6.3 Alterations: Tenant shall not make structural alterations, paint, install wallpaper, or change locks on the Premises without Landlord's prior written approval.

SECTION 7: ACCESS & INSPECTION

7.1 Landlord Access: Pursuant to ORS 90.322, Landlord or Landlord’s agent may enter the Premises upon at least twenty-four (24) hours' actual notice to Tenant for inspection, necessary repairs, alterations, or showings to prospective buyers or tenants. Notice is not required in cases of emergency or if Tenant consents to immediate entry.

SECTION 8: DEFAULT & REMEDIES

8.1 Default Events: Tenant shall be in default under this Agreement if Tenant fails to pay rent when due, violates any material term of this Agreement, or breaches statutory duties under ORS Chapter 90. 8.2 Statutory Notices: Landlord shall issue all termination and cure notices (e.g., 72-hour or 144-hour notice for nonpayment of rent, 30-day notice for cause) strictly in accordance with ORS 90.392 through ORS 90.400.

SECTION 9: MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

9.1 Lead-Based Paint Disclosure: Housing built before 1978 may contain lead-based paint. The federally mandated Lead-Based Paint Disclosure form is attached hereto and incorporated by this reference. 9.2 Governing Law: This Agreement shall be governed, construed, and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Oregon, specifically ORS Chapter 90 (Residential Landlord and Tenant). 9.3 Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, and the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. 9.4 Entire Agreement: This Agreement constitutes the entire understanding between Landlord and Tenant and supersedes all prior oral or written negotiations, representations, or agreements.

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4. SIGNATURES & ACKNOWLEDGMENT BLOCK

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Residential Lease Agreement as of the Effective Date written above.

LANDLORD:

Signature: __________________________________________________
Printed Name: [Landlord Printed Name]
Title: [Owner / Managing Agent]
Date: [Date]

TENANT(S):

Signature: __________________________________________________
Printed Name: [Tenant 1 Printed Name]
Date: [Date]

Signature: __________________________________________________
Printed Name: [Tenant 2 Printed Name]
Date: [Date]

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5. STEP-BY-STEP EXECUTION GUIDE

1. Customization & Review: Populate all bracketed fields ([...]) with factual information. Review local municipal codes in Oregon to ensure no conflicting local tenant ordinances apply.
2. Mandatory Disclosures Attachment: Attach the Oregon Lead-Based Paint Disclosure Form, Mold Addendum, and any applicable local relocation ordinance disclosures prior to presenting the document for signature.
3. Execution: Ensure all adult tenants (age 18 and older) listed on the lease sign and date the document alongside the Landlord or authorized managing agent.
4. Fund Collection & Record Keeping: Collect the Security Deposit and first month's rent via secure electronic transfer or cashier's check. Provide a fully executed copy of this Agreement and all statutory disclosures to the Tenant within three (3) business days of execution.