The purpose of OAR chapter 813, division 245 of the administrative rules is to implement the Long-Term Rent Assistance (LTRA) Program. Funding for LTRA comes from legislatively allocated state general funds. Oregon Housing and Community Services (OHCS) is designated as the state agency responsible for administering state and federal antipoverty programs in Oregon. The purpose of LTRA is to provide rental subsidy and supportive services to eligible households to increase housing access and long-term housing stability for people exiting homelessness.
Or. Admin. Code § 813-245-0000
Statutory/Other Authority: Executive Order 23-02, ORS 456.555 & Executive Order 24-02
Statutes/Other Implemented: Executive Order 23-02, HB 5019 (2023), SB 5511 (2023) & Executive Order 24-02