Special Warranty Deed

SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED

State of Oregon

After Recording Return To:
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Until a Change is Requested, All Tax Statements Shall Be Sent to:
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3.5" x 2.5" SPACE FOR RECORDER'S USE

DOCUMENT INFORMATION

STATUTORY SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED

ORS 93.855

KNOW ALL PERSONS BY THESE PRESENTS:

This Special Warranty Deed is made this _____ day of _________________, 20_____.

ARTICLE I: PARTIES

Section 1.1 Grantor(s)

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(Name)

Address:
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Marital Status:
☐ A single person
☐ A married person
☐ Spouses
☐ An unmarried person
☐ A _________________ [entity type], an _________________ [state] _________________ [entity form]

Section 1.2 Grantee(s)

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(Name)

Address:
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Vesting:
☐ A single person
☐ A married person, as his/her separate property
☐ As tenants by the entirety
☐ As joint tenants with right of survivorship, and not as tenants in common
☐ As tenants in common
☐ A _________________ [entity type], an _________________ [state] _________________ [entity form]

ARTICLE II: CONVEYANCE

Section 2.1 Granting Clause (ORS 93.855)

Grantor, for the consideration stated below, CONVEYS AND SPECIALLY WARRANTS to Grantee, the following described real property free of encumbrances created or suffered by Grantor except as specifically set forth herein:

Section 2.2 Consideration

True and Actual Consideration (ORS 93.030): $_____________________

☐ The true and actual consideration is nominal and the deed is a gift.
☐ The true and actual consideration cannot be determined at the time of sale.

Section 2.3 Legal Description

See Exhibit "A" attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

Property Address: _____________________________________________

Tax Account/Map Number: _____________________________________________

ARTICLE III: LIMITED WARRANTY COVENANTS

Section 3.1 Statutory Special Warranty (ORS 93.855)

Pursuant to ORS 93.855, by executing this Special Warranty Deed, the Grantor covenants with the Grantee, the Grantee's heirs, successors, and assigns:

(a) That at the time of making this conveyance, the Grantor is seized of the property in fee simple and has good right and power to convey the same;

(b) That the property is free from all encumbrances created or suffered by the Grantor; and

(c) That the Grantor WILL WARRANT AND FOREVER DEFEND the title to the property against all persons lawfully claiming by, through, or under the Grantor, but against none other.

Section 3.2 Effect of Special Warranty Language (ORS 93.855)

The statutory form of special warranty deed (ORS 93.855) provides the same warranties as a general warranty deed, EXCEPT that the warranty extends only to claims arising during the grantor's ownership of the property.

Section 3.3 Limitation of Warranty

NOTICE: This is a SPECIAL WARRANTY DEED. The covenants contained herein are LIMITED to claims arising from acts or omissions of the Grantor during Grantor's period of ownership. This deed does NOT warrant against:

• Defects in title existing prior to Grantor's ownership
• Liens or encumbrances created by prior owners
• Claims of persons NOT claiming by, through, or under Grantor

Section 3.4 Statutory References

This conveyance is made pursuant to:

• ORS 93.855 (Special warranty deed form; effect)
• ORS 93.870 (Statutory deed forms optional)
• ORS 93.030 (Statement of consideration required)
• ORS 93.040 (Required content of deeds)
• ORS 93.260 et seq. (Recording requirements)
• ORS 306.815 (Transfer tax prohibition - with limited exceptions)

ARTICLE IV: EXCEPTIONS AND RESERVATIONS

Section 4.1 Subject To

This conveyance is made subject to:

(a) Real property taxes and assessments not yet due and payable;

(b) All applicable zoning ordinances, building codes, and governmental regulations;

(c) All covenants, conditions, restrictions, reservations, easements, and rights-of-way of record;

(d) All matters which would be disclosed by an accurate survey and physical inspection;

(e) Rights of parties in possession;

(f) The following specific exceptions and encumbrances created or suffered by Grantor:

☐ None

☐ As set forth below:
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ARTICLE V: TRANSFER TAX INFORMATION

Section 5.1 Oregon Transfer Tax (ORS 306.815)

Oregon generally prohibits local transfer taxes (ORS 306.815), with one grandfathered exception:

☐ Washington County Only: Transfer tax at $1.00 per $1,000 of consideration

☐ All Other Counties: No transfer tax applies

Note: Oregon is exceptionally transfer-tax-friendly compared to other states.

ARTICLE VI: REQUIRED STATEMENTS

Section 6.1 Statement Required by ORS 93.040(1)

BEFORE SIGNING OR ACCEPTING THIS INSTRUMENT, THE PERSON TRANSFERRING FEE TITLE SHOULD INQUIRE ABOUT THE PERSON'S RIGHTS, IF ANY, UNDER ORS 195.300, 195.301 AND 195.305 TO 195.336 AND SECTIONS 5 TO 11, CHAPTER 424, OREGON LAWS 2007, SECTIONS 2 TO 9 AND 17, CHAPTER 855, OREGON LAWS 2009, AND SECTIONS 2 TO 7, CHAPTER 8, OREGON LAWS 2010. THIS INSTRUMENT DOES NOT ALLOW USE OF THE PROPERTY DESCRIBED IN THIS INSTRUMENT IN VIOLATION OF APPLICABLE LAND USE LAWS AND REGULATIONS. BEFORE SIGNING OR ACCEPTING THIS INSTRUMENT, THE PERSON ACQUIRING FEE TITLE TO THE PROPERTY SHOULD CHECK WITH THE APPROPRIATE CITY OR COUNTY PLANNING DEPARTMENT TO VERIFY THAT THE UNIT OF LAND BEING TRANSFERRED IS A LAWFULLY ESTABLISHED LOT OR PARCEL, AS DEFINED IN ORS 92.010 OR 215.010, TO VERIFY THE APPROVED USES OF THE LOT OR PARCEL, TO VERIFY THE EXISTENCE OF FIRE PROTECTION FOR STRUCTURES AND TO INQUIRE ABOUT THE RIGHTS OF NEIGHBORING PROPERTY OWNERS, IF ANY, UNDER ORS 195.300, 195.301 AND 195.305 TO 195.336 AND SECTIONS 5 TO 11, CHAPTER 424, OREGON LAWS 2007, SECTIONS 2 TO 9 AND 17, CHAPTER 855, OREGON LAWS 2009, AND SECTIONS 2 TO 7, CHAPTER 8, OREGON LAWS 2010.

ARTICLE VII: EXECUTION

Section 7.1 Grantor's Signature

DATED this _____ day of _________________, 20_____.

GRANTOR(S):

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Signature

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Printed Name

Date: _____________________________________________

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Signature

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Printed Name

Date: _____________________________________________

ARTICLE VIII: ACKNOWLEDGMENT

Section 8.1 Oregon Acknowledgment (Individual)

STATE OF OREGON
COUNTY OF _________________

This instrument was acknowledged before me on _________________, 20_____, by _________________________.

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Notary Public - Oregon

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Printed Name of Notary

My Commission Expires: _____________________________________________

[NOTARIAL SEAL]

Section 8.2 Oregon Acknowledgment (Entity)

STATE OF OREGON
COUNTY OF _________________

This instrument was acknowledged before me on _________________, 20_____, by _________________________, as _________________________ [title] of _________________________ [entity name], a _________________________ [entity type].

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Notary Public - Oregon

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Printed Name of Notary

My Commission Expires: _____________________________________________

[NOTARIAL SEAL]

Section 8.3 Out-of-State Acknowledgment

STATE OF _________________
COUNTY OF _________________

This instrument was acknowledged before me on _________________, 20_____, by _________________________.

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Notary Public

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Printed Name of Notary

My Commission Expires: _____________________________________________

[NOTARIAL SEAL]

EXHIBITS

EXHIBIT A - LEGAL DESCRIPTION

Legal Description of Property:

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Tax Account/Map Number: _____________________________________________

Property Address: _____________________________________________

OREGON RECORDING REQUIREMENTS AND INFORMATION

Recording Requirements

Document Format Requirements

Recording Fees

Note: Fees may vary by county. Contact the specific county clerk's office for current fee schedule.

Oregon Transfer Tax (ORS 306.815)

Note: Oregon prohibits most local transfer taxes (ORS 306.815). Washington County maintains a grandfathered exception.

Required Statements

1. ORS 93.030 - Consideration: True and actual consideration must be stated (exceptions for gifts and undeterminable consideration).

2. ORS 93.040 - Land Use Statement: The required statement about land use laws must appear on the deed.

Important Oregon Requirements

1. Statutory Forms Optional: Per ORS 93.870, the statutory deed forms are permissive, not mandatory, but using them provides statutory covenants.

2. No Transfer Tax (Mostly): Oregon is one of the most transfer-tax-friendly states - only Washington County imposes a transfer tax.

3. ORS 93.040 Statement Required: The lengthy land use statement is mandatory on all deeds.

4. Consideration Statement: Must state true and actual consideration per ORS 93.030.

5. Title Insurance: Grantees should consider obtaining title insurance.

6. Legal Counsel: Consultation with a licensed Oregon attorney is recommended.

2026 Legislative Updates

Note: ORS 93.277 amendments per section 7a, chapter 476, Oregon Laws 2025, become operative January 1, 2027.

THIS INSTRUMENT PREPARED BY:

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Name

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Address

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Phone

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Oregon State Bar Number (if attorney)

This template is provided for informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Consult with a licensed Oregon attorney before using this form.