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	Housing Authorities in Oregon (Separate Website) Information about federally subsidized programs in Oregon and a list of offices where you can get more information and apply. By: Association of Oregon Housing Authorities Read this in: Spanish / Español


	Housing Discrimination Complaints (Separate Website) Federal law prohibits housing discrimiination based on your race, color, national origin, religion, sex, family status, or disability. If you have been trying to buy or rent a home or apartment and feel your rights have been violated, you can file a fair housing complaint. By: U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development Read this in: Spanish / Español


	Fair Housing Council of Oregon (Separate Website) The Fair Housing Council of Oregon is a statewide organization whose mission is to eliminate housing discrimination through education and enforcement. This site provides detailed information about the different categories of housing discrimination. By: Fair Housing Council of Oregon Read this in: Spanish / Español


	Southern Oregon Fair Housing Project (Separate Website) Information about fair housing law and resources in the Eugene-Springfield area. By: Southern Oregon Fair Housing Project Read this in: Spanish / Español


	Housing Connections (Separate Website) Housing Connections is a web-based resource and information system to help low-income Portland area residents find housing through agencies and other sources of affordable housing. By: City of Portland, Oregon


	Oregon Construction Contractors Board (Separate Website) Find out if your construction contractor is properly licensed by the State of Oregon. By: State of Oregon


	Manufactured Home Ombudsman Program (Separate Website) This program provides information and assists in resolving problems between residents and owners of manufactured dwelling parks. By: State of Oregon


	Property Tax Deferrals (Separate Website) Information about postponing the payment of property taxes for disabled and senior citizens. By: Oregon Department of Revenue Read this in: Spanish / Español


	Community Development Law Center (Separate Website) The Community Development Law Center provides legal services to non-profit organizations in Oregon. CDLC's attorneys represent affordable housing and economic development organizations in real estate, land use, construction, corporate, and employment matters. CDLC staff also conducts trainings in subjects such as housing finance, asset management, and the rights and responsibilities of non-profit board members. By: Legal Aid Services of Oregon Read this in: Spanish / Español


	Landlord-Tenant Law in Oregon A booklet that provides information about Oregon Landlord-Tenant law issues. Topics include: Rental Agreements, Fees, Deposits, Rent, Discrimination, Repairs, Eviction, and Getting Your Things Back When You Move. By: Legal Aid Services of Oregon Other Formats: WPD File Read this in: Spanish / Español


	Legal Aid Offices in Oregon (Separate Website) Find the legal services provider for your county. By: Legal Services Read this in: Spanish / Español


	Need a Lawyer in Oregon? (Separate Website) You can contact the Oregon State Bar's Lawyer Referral Service for help in finding a lawyer in your area. By: Oregon State Bar - Lawyer Referral Service Read this in: Spanish / Español


	Brochure - Housing Rights For Domestic Violence, Sexual Assault, and Stalking Survivors Information regarding housing rights for domestic violence, sexual assault, and stalking survivors. By: Oregon Law Center and Legal Aid Services of Oregon


	Electric, Gas, and Telephone Services - Keeping Utilities Going in Households with Persons Needing Ongoing Medical Care (Separate Website) Does someone in your household require ongoing medical care? Are you worried your electric, natural gas or telephone service might be disconnected? If you are, you should know that Oregon's regulated utilities offer a program to allow special payment arrangements to avoid having your telephone, electric and gas service from being shut off if you fall behind on paying your bills. If you have questions about this program, call the Oregon Public Utility Commission, Consumer Section at 1-800-522-2404. By: Oregon Law Center


	Tenant Resources Section Contact information for organizations and services assisting tenants. By: Legal Aid Services of Oregon Other Formats: Word File WPD File


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