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Phil Querin Q&A: Obtaining Repayment of Unpaid Late Fees

Phil Querin Questions & Answers
Phil Querin

Answer. First, as we know, the 72-hour notice for nonpayment of rent does not require payment of the late fee in order to cure the notice. It is sufficient if the tenant only pays the rent within the specified time.  For nonpayment of rent only, you use MCHO Form N0. 42.

 

For nonpayment of late fees, you have two choices:

 

Phil Querin Q&A - Late Fees

Phil Querin Questions & Answers
Phil Querin

Answer: Here is a summary of ORS 90.260, the late fee statute. It answers the questions posed above.

 

(1) A landlord may impose a late charge or fee, however designated, only if: