Landlord Violations in Monmouth & Independence

Here is a list of your rights that are guaranteed as a renter in Monmouth and Independence. If you understand these basic issues that many renters have problems with in their rental unit, then you can empower yourself as a renter and increase the standard of living that you deserve!


Structural Conditions

  1. Stairs leading to residence must be safe to walk on
  2. Stair and balcony railings must be strong and stable
  3. Floors, balcony, and/or deck must be to walk on, broken, or deteriorated
  4. Residence cannot have a ceiling sagging or falling in
  5. The roof must prevent rain from getting into residence
  6. Residence must have adequate roof drainage to prevent dampness in the walls or interior portion of the building

Grounds

  1. The ground must be kept free from any overgrown vegetation that is an obstruction or problem
  2. There cannot be an accumulation of debris on the sidewalks or other traveled paths
  3. Trash receptacles must be kept clean and prevented from overflowing

Electrical Conditions

  1. Light fixtures, inside and outside, must be in good working order (excluding burnt out bulbs)
  2. The electrical system cannot be hazardous due to poor maintenance (example: electrical wiring cannot be exposed)
  3. Any provided appliances must be in good working order

Ventilation Conditions

  1. Mold cannot be present in the residence
  2. Bathroom must have adequate ventilation (either with a window and/or a working fan)
  3. The residence must be kept free from all lasting dampness

Plumbing Conditions

  1. Toilets must be in good working condition
  2. The water heater(s) must be reliable and adequately heat water
  3. Pipes in the residence must be in good condition & free from contamination (example: lead)

Heating Conditions

  1. Residence must be able to maintain a temperature of at least 68 degrees in all rooms throughout the year
  2. Heating cannot be relied upon by a space heater

Security and Safety Conditions

  1. Residence must have at least one present and working smoke detector
  2. Exterior doors and windows must lock securely
  3. All exterior glass windowpanes must be free from cracks and holes

Infestation Conditions

Residence must be free from insects and rodents

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Oregon State Law

Under Oregon Law, cities and counties must abide to certain renters' rights.