OAR 813 § 813-027-0090
Waiver
Operative Text
The Department may waive or modify any requirements of these rules, unless such waiver or modification would violate applicable federal or state law.
OAR 813 § 813-027-0090 establishes that the Oregon Department of Housing and Community Services holds discretionary authority to waive or modify the requirements found within these administrative rules. This flexibility is not unlimited — any waiver or modification that would conflict with applicable federal or state law is not permitted. The provision essentially creates a safety valve within the regulatory framework, allowing the Department to adapt rule requirements to particular circumstances within legal boundaries.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under OAR 813 § 813-027-0090, property owners and managers operating under these rules should be aware that the Department retains the authority to grant waivers or modifications to specific rule requirements. Compliant operators typically document any waiver or modification they have received from the Department before deviating from a standard rule requirement. Because waivers cannot override federal or state law, operators generally confirm that any granted waiver remains within those legal limits.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
OAR 813 § 813-027-0090 means that the Department may, in some circumstances, relax or adjust the rules that govern housing programs — but only to the extent permitted by federal and state law. Tenants who believe a waiver or modification has affected their rights under these rules may wish to contact the Oregon Department of Housing and Community Services directly to understand what, if any, waivers apply to their situation. Tenant-rights organizations can also help individuals understand how a waiver might interact with other legal protections that remain in place.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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