Legal Referral & Advocacy Support
Navigating housing law should not be a burden. OSTA connects manufactured-home and marina residents with trusted legal referral resources and educational information. We do not provide direct legal representation or financial aid. We help you reach professionals who can.
Our Role & Scope
OSTA provides information and referral resources to help residents navigate housing challenges. We are an advocacy organization, not a law firm. We do not provide direct legal representation, legal advice, or financial assistance. Our goal is to connect you with professionals who can.
Not legal advice. OSTA is educational advocacy, not a law firm. This page is general information for Oregon manufactured dwelling park and marina tenancies — you own the home and rent the space (ORS 90.505–90.850). It does not apply to apartment or other standard ORS 90.100–90.465 rentals. It is not legal advice. Talk with an attorney about your situation.
When to Seek Legal Help
Recognize the signs of improper management practices. You have the right to challenge these actions.
Illegal Park Rule Changes
Sudden, unapproved modifications to community rules that restrict your lifestyle or impose new, unreasonable fees without proper notice.
Failure to Maintain Infrastructure
Park ownership neglecting crucial repairs to roads, water lines, or shared facilities, creating hazardous living conditions.
Unfair Eviction Notices
Receiving threats of displacement or formal eviction notices that violate Oregon manufactured-home residency laws or lease terms.
Legal Referral Network
Featured referral
Samantha Sheehan — Eviction Defense Project
A primary referral partner specializing in defending manufactured home residents against unfair eviction notices and park rule violations.
Call The Eviction Defense Intake Line: (888) 585-9638Oregon State Bar Referral Program
Connect with qualified Oregon attorneys. The Modest Means Program offers reduced rates for eligible low-income residents.
Legal Aid Services of Oregon (LASO)
Free civil legal help for low-income Oregonians, including housing and senior-related legal issues.
Self-Help Legal Clinics
Court-sponsored clinics and online resources to help you understand legal forms and housing procedures.
Seniors Legal Clinic
Specialized legal consultation for residents 60 and older focusing on housing security and elder-law protections, through Legal Aid and related programs.
Active advocacy
How OSTA Fights for You
Beyond individual referrals, OSTA works with state legislators to draft, support, and pass laws that protect manufactured home park and marina residents. Individual challenges become systemic solutions.
View legislative and news updatesHave Questions?
Do not wait until a situation escalates. Reach the lawyer referral service or contact OSTA so we can help you find the right next step.
Oregon Community Resources by County
Local agencies OSTA refers residents to are listed on the Resource Directory. This page does not include that directory.
Open the Resource Directory