Ohio Landlord Compliance
Everything you're responsible for as a landlord in Ohio
Rent control, just-cause eviction, deposits, entry, repairs and recordkeeping, written for people who own or manage a few units, checked against the official sources, and kept current when the rules move.
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key details
Rent cap · Detail
No statewide limit on rent or rent increases in R.C. ch. 5321; §5321.19 (HB 430, eff. 9/23/2022) bars political subdivisions from imposing rent control or rent stabilization.
Deposit cap · Detail
No statutory maximum; any deposit exceeding $50 or one month's rent (whichever is greater) must bear 5% annual interest on the excess if the tenant stays 6 months or more.
Rent increase notice · Detail
Chapter 5321 sets no rent-increase notice; for month-to-month tenancies the practical floor is the 30-day termination/non-renewal notice in §5321.17. Fixed-term rent is set by the lease.
City rules · Detail
No political subdivision may enact or enforce any measure regulating rights and obligations under a rental agreement, incl. rent control or stabilization; exceptions for building codes, publicly owned units and voluntary incentives (HB 430, 2022).
Just cause · Detail
Landlord or tenant may terminate or fail to renew a month-to-month tenancy on at least 30 days' notice (7 days week-to-week) without cause; §5321.19 also preempts local just-cause rules.
Return deadline · Detail
Deductions must be itemized in a written notice delivered with the balance within 30 days after termination of the rental agreement and delivery of possession; tenant must give a written forwarding address to claim double damages/fees.
Nonpayment notice · Detail
Before filing a forcible entry and detainer action the landlord must serve a written notice to leave the premises at least 3 days before beginning the action (the 'three-day notice'); no statutory right to cure.
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Essential local guides
If you're new to owning here, these five cover most of what will come up in your first year.
View All GuidesOhio Eviction Law 2025: Minors Can't Be Named as Defendants When a Parent or Guardian Is Also Named
An Ohio landlord who lists a tenant's minor child as a co-defendant in an eviction filing, alongside that child's own parent, has been filing an improper complaint since April 9, 2025. Senate Bill 237 bars that specific practice, and a landlord who files that way anyway faces dismissal and has to pay the minor's attorney fees.
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Ohio Security Deposit Laws | Deductions & Rights
Generally, the Ohio security deposit laws are governed by Ohio Revised Code § 5321.16, which sets the rules for how deposits are collected...
Guide
8 min
Ohio HOA Laws: A Comprehensive Guide
Understand your rights under the Ohio Planned Community Act. Learn about records access, foreclosure rules, and how to resolve HOA disputes in 2026.
Guide
7 min
Ohio Squatter's Rights & Adverse Possession Laws
In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about Ohio Squatter’s Rights and Adverse Possession Laws...
Guide
10 min
Ohio Landlord Tenant Rental Laws & Rights for 2026
Stay compliant in 2026! Learn Ohio's rules on habitability, 24-hour entry notice, security deposits, and the legal eviction process under ORC 5321.
Guide
8 min
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Ohio Eviction Law 2025: Minors Can't Be Named as Defendants When a Parent or Guardian Is Also Named An Ohio landlord who lists a tenant's minor child as a co-defendant in an eviction filing, alongside that child's own parent, has been filing an improper complaint since April 9, 2025. Senate Bill 237 bars that specific practice, and a landlord who files that way anyway faces dismissal and has to pay the minor's attorney fees. | Guides | End a tenancy | Oct 4, 2026 |
Ohio Security Deposit Laws | Deductions & Rights Generally, the Ohio security deposit laws are governed by Ohio Revised Code § 5321.16, which sets the rules for how deposits are collected... | Guides | Return a deposit | Apr 29, 2026 |
Ohio HOA Laws: A Comprehensive Guide Understand your rights under the Ohio Planned Community Act. Learn about records access, foreclosure rules, and how to resolve HOA disputes in 2026. | Guides | — | Apr 24, 2026 |
Ohio Squatter's Rights & Adverse Possession Laws In this guide, we’ll break down everything you need to know about Ohio Squatter’s Rights and Adverse Possession Laws... | Guides | End a tenancy | Apr 15, 2026 |
Ohio Landlord Tenant Rental Laws & Rights for 2026 Stay compliant in 2026! Learn Ohio's rules on habitability, 24-hour entry notice, security deposits, and the legal eviction process under ORC 5321. | Guides | Return a deposit | Apr 14, 2026 |
Ohio Eviction Laws: The Process & Timeline in 2026 Fast and strictly regulated! Learn how Ohio eviction laws work in 2026, from the mandatory 3-day notice to court hearings and final tenant removal. | Guides | End a tenancy | Apr 9, 2026 |
Cost to Evict a Tenant in Ohio | Fees, Process, and Timeline Plan for Ohio's eviction costs! Learn about filing fees, legal expenses, and lost rent to protect your investment and avoid expensive delays. | Guides | End a tenancy | Apr 6, 2026 |
Are Landlords Responsible for Pest Control in Ohio? Learn if Ohio landlords are responsible for pest control under state law, including habitability standards, tenant duties, and rent escrow rules. | Guides | Handle a repair request | Feb 27, 2026 |
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