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Which statement accurately describes Oregon's statewide rent stabilization law (SB 608)?

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B) Limits annual rent increases to 7% plus CPI or 10%, whichever is lower, for buildings over 15 years old, and prohibits no-cause evictions after the first year of tenancy

Oregon was the first state to enact statewide rent stabilization (2019). Under SB 608, codified at ORS 90.323, annual rent increases are capped at 7% plus the consumer price index (CPI) or 10%, whichever is lower, for residential units in buildings more than 15 years old. The law also prohibits no-cause evictions after the first year of tenancy. Newer buildings (15 years old or less) are exempt from the rent cap. Licensees should verify the current cap percentage with OREA or ORS 90.323, as the formula is subject to annual adjustment.

Answer Options
A
Oregon has no statewide rent stabilization law
B
Limits annual rent increases to 7% plus CPI or 10%, whichever is lower, for buildings over 15 years old, and prohibits no-cause evictions after the first year of tenancy
C
Applies only to properties within the city of Portland
D
Covers all residential rental properties regardless of age

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Key Terms:

SB 608ORS 90.323rent stabilization7% plus CPI15-year exemptionno-cause eviction

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