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.
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ORS Chapter 90 · Park and marina space tenancies
Leases and rental agreements: protecting manufactured and floating home space tenancies
When you own the home and rent the space in an Oregon manufactured dwelling park or marina, the duration of the rental agreement changes how rent, rules, renewals, and screening work.
Landlords often prefer a fixed-term agreement. For facility residents, a month-to-month agreement usually gives more stability: it keeps going without a renewal signature, and new facility rules follow ORS 90.610 instead of being bundled into a “sign or leave” renewal. Under ORS 90.100(42), “rental agreement” includes a lease. Facility space agreements may be month-to-month or a fixed term of at least two years (ORS 90.550). This page does not apply to apartment rentals.
Critical comparison
Key differences
In Oregon facility law, lease and rental agreement mean the same thing (ORS 90.100(42)). The differences outlined below cover how a fixed-term vs. month-to-month may change your rights as a space tenant.
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Common inquiries
Frequently asked questions
Clear answers on leases, renewals, and screening for Oregon park and marina space tenancies.
Can a new park owner force me to sign a new lease?
No. The existing rental agreement continues. You cannot be forced to replace a month-to-month agreement with a new one just because the facility was sold.
What if the landlord does not write back after I apply?
If you are buying a home already in the facility: missing the 7-day (or 10-day) accept/reject window means the landlord waives screening and you may occupy on the seller’s terms (ORS 90.680(11)). If you are applying for a vacant space: there is no automatic-approval rule. A denial requires written reasons within 14 days of the denial (ORS 90.304).
Does a fixed-term lease stop my rent from going up?
Usually not. Facility space rent is ORS 90.600 and ORS 90.324, not a rent freeze created by a two-year term.
Where can I read the actual Oregon laws governing facilities?
Use Read the statute on this page to open ORS 90.510, ORS 90.545, ORS 90.550, ORS 90.600, ORS 90.610, and ORS 90.680 in the on-site lightbox. The official compilation is on the Oregon Legislature ORS Chapter 90 page.
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This page is a general informational summary of Oregon law and is not legal advice. If you are facing an active dispute or contract issue, consult a qualified attorney or Legal Aid. OSTA is educational advocacy, not a law firm.
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