Oregon late fee law

Read from the statute itself on 2026-11-09. Statewide rule; a city or county can add its own.

Statutory cap
Depends — see the rule
Grace period
4 days after the due date

No fee unless rent is unpaid by the 4th day of the period and a written agreement states the fee. One method: a reasonable flat fee once per period; a daily fee (max 6% of that flat fee a day, never above it); or 5% of rent per 5-day period unpaid. Since June 2026, no fee if the landlord refused a reasonable payment.

Source: Or. Rev. Stat. § 90.260 · read on 2026-11-09

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The rule depends on your situation
No fee unless rent is unpaid by the 4th day of the period and a written agreement states the fee. One method: a reasonable flat fee once per period; a daily fee (max 6% of that flat fee a day, never above it); or 5% of rent per 5-day period unpaid. Since June 2026, no fee if the landlord refused a reasonable payment.
Grace period
4 days
Statutory cap
Depends — see the rule
Source: Or. Rev. Stat. § 90.260 · read on 2026-11-09

Oregon: common questions

What is the maximum late fee in Oregon?

No fee unless rent is unpaid by the 4th day of the period and a written agreement states the fee. One method: a reasonable flat fee once per period; a daily fee (max 6% of that flat fee a day, never above it); or 5% of rent per 5-day period unpaid. Since June 2026, no fee if the landlord refused a reasonable payment.

Not legal advice. Confirm with a local landlord-tenant attorney before relying on a figure.

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