Oregon Code § 479.265·Enacted ·Last updated March 01, 2026
Statute Text
Action
for unlawful transfer of dwelling unit; damages; attorney fees.
Any purchaser or transferee of a
dwelling unit who is aggrieved by a violation of ORS 479.260 may bring an
individual action in an appropriate court to recover actual damages or $50,
whichever is greater. In any action brought by a person under this section, the
court may award to the prevailing party, in addition to the relief provided in
this section, reasonable attorney fees at trial and on appeal and costs.
Actions brought under this section must be commenced within one year of the
date of sale or transfer. Notwithstanding the provisions of this section,
violation of ORS 479.260 does not affect the transfer of the title, ownership
or possession of the dwelling unit. [1979 c.642 §4; 1981 c.897 §56; 1995 c.618 §77;
2003 c.655 §79]
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Key Points
01Part of Oregon statutory law
02Referenced as Oregon Code § 479.265
03Subject to legislative amendments
04Consult a licensed attorney for application to specific cases
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