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Ohio Landlord-Tenant Laws

A summary of Ohio rules for security deposits, entry notice, late fees, rent increases, and required disclosures.

This is a general summary for informational purposes, not legal advice. Laws change and local ordinances can add requirements beyond state law — verify current rules with your state's official statutes or an attorney before relying on this for an actual tenancy.

Security deposit limitNo statewide statutory limit
Interest on deposit requiredYes on amount exceeding $50 or 1 month rent if tenancy 6+ months
Deposit return deadline30 Days days
Entry notice required24 Hours
Late fee limitNo statewide fixed cap; should be reasonable and stated in lease
Late fee grace periodNone statewide
Rent increase notice30
Eviction notice period3

Required disclosures in Ohio

  • • Federal lead-based paint
  • • owner/agent disclosures

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