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Querin Law, LLC

Phillip C. Querin (MHCO Legal Counsel)
150 SW Harrison St., Suite 50
Portland, OR 97201

Phone: 503-444-7661
E-Mail: phil@q-law.com

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Legislative Updates
Not All Warrants Are Equal: New Legislation and the New Rules on Tenant Confidentiality
New 2026 legislation changed the rules on tenant confidentiality — and most community owners don't yet know the difference between a warrant that legally compels disclosure and one that doesn't. This article breaks down judicial vs. administrative…
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Warrants, HB4123, Legislative Updates, Confidentiality
Community Update
Oregon Senate Bill 1523 & House Bill 4123 (2026) Summaries
Oregon Senate Bill 1523 & House Bill 4123 (2026) Summaries By Phillip C. Querin, QUERIN LAW, LLC MHCO Legal Counsel   Oregon Senate Bill 1523   Purpose of Bill. Addresses electronic access to residential tenancies and…
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Application Process, Applicant Screening
Community Update
HUD Issues Significant Changes to Emotional Support Animals Regarding Accommodation and Training
This is general legal information, not legal advice. Oregon manufactured home community law is specialized and complex. Both landlords and tenants should consult a licensed Oregon attorney. The HUD Policy Change (May 22, 2026) HUD issued new…
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Assistance Animals, Emotional Support Animals, Reasonable Accommodation, Pets
Phil Querin Questions & Answers
Phil Querin Q&A: Asking for Social Secuirty Number on Rental Application
Question: Can you ask for social security numbers (SSN) on an application?  My attorney says you cannot ask for SSN in Portland.  Is this correct?  Can I ask for SSN for properties outside of Portland?    
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Application, Social Security Number, Applicant Screening
Property Management
Oregon Manufactured Home Community: Bankruptcy and Eviction
Oregon Manufactured Home Community: Bankruptcy & Eviction This is a nuanced area where federal bankruptcy law intersects with Oregon landlord-tenant law. Here's an overview — but please consult a licensed Oregon attorney for advice specific to…
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Bankruptcy
Community Update
Oregon Park Owners: A Potential Window Is Open — And It Could Define Your Retirement
Some Oregon manufactured home community owners may have spent decades building reliable income—but without a clear transition plan. This uncertainty is especially common if their children have no intention of taking over management. The park may…
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1031 Exchange, Park Sale