Property Management

Under ORLTA, a landlord may retain all or part of a tenant's security deposit for:

ANormal wear and tear
BUnpaid rent, damages beyond normal wear and tear, and cleaning costs exceeding ordinary use✓ Correct
CAny expenses the landlord incurs after the tenant leaves
DThe cost of re-painting the entire unit regardless of condition

Explanation

Oregon law allows landlords to deduct from a security deposit: unpaid rent, repairs for damage beyond normal wear and tear, and cleaning if the tenant leaves the unit dirtier than ordinary use would cause. Deductions for normal wear and tear are not permitted.

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