Bill > HB3522

This bill provides a streamlined legal process for property owners and landlords to remove squatters from their premises. Specifically, the bill defines a "squatter" as someone occupying a dwelling unit or property without authorization under a rental agreement, and allows owners to take possession of their property by providing just 24 hours' written notice to the squatter. The notice must specify the date and time by which the person must vacate and explicitly state that the termination is due to their status as a squatter. The bill amends several existing Oregon Revised Statutes (ORS) to incorporate this new provision, including modifying the legal definitions and eviction procedures to explicitly include squatter removal as a cause for unlawful holding of property. The changes are designed to make it easier and faster for property owners to regain control of their property when unauthorized individuals are occupying it, while providing a clear legal framework for doing so. The bill provides a more expedited process compared to traditional eviction procedures, recognizing the unique circumstances of squatting versus legitimate tenancy.