Q: My landlord just let me know that my rent will be going up but not how much do they have to give me written notice ?
They remodeled other side of the duplex but didn't do anything to my side although there are broken things that I have repeatedly ask to be fixed. Also I always pay rent on time and gave them a big deposit I'm on month to month
A: Yes, to be enforceable, you have to receive a written notice (NOT email, text, verbal, etc.) either personally handed to you, mailed to you by regular first class mail (not Certified, etc.) or, if your written rental agreement specifies it, by posting it on your door and mailing you a copy of the notice. The notice must specify the amount of the increase, the total amount of the new rent, and the date on which the new rent goes into effect. It must be no sooner than 90 days or, if served by mail, 94 days including the date mailed. They cannot raise your rent within the first 12 months of your occupancy and, if your rental dwelling is within the Portland city limits, there are likely additional requirements regarding notices and/or payment of potential relocation assistance money if you elect to move rather than pay the increased rental amount. IF they fail to do all this exactly correct, you may be entitled to damages if in the Portland city limits or, at a minimum, not have the rent increase become effective. Questions? Consult a local landlord-tenant attorney to learn your exact rights once you get a written notice and to chart a game plan for your response. If the notice is mailed, save the envelope as well if you want to consult an attorney - they will likely want to see it. Good luck.
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