OAR 813-260-0000: Purpose and Objectives

The purpose of OAR chapter 813, division 260 of the administrative rules is to implement the Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) Housing Retention Programming. Funding for OHCS Housing Retention programs comes from Senate Bill 5511 (2023), as authorized by the Oregon legislature. The intent of OHCS Housing Retention programs is to prevent households from the risk of losing their housing or experiencing homelessness and assist households that are currently facing an eviction. Oregonians that are eligible for programs can access these resources to have their housing stability needs met with programming in the following categories: (1) Tenant resources and information services, (2) Case management services, (3) Financial assistance, (4) Legal aid, (5) Mediation, and (6) Culturally Specific Interventions.