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Ohio Required Disclosures

2 required disclosures

Ohio law requires landlords to provide certain disclosures — our database tracks 2 for Ohio, each backed by a statute. Timing varies by disclosure (many are due at lease signing; some arise later in the tenancy — each entry below states its own rule). A missing required disclosure can expose the landlord to penalties and may give you leverage.

Educational information: generated from our Ohio law database (last updated 2024-01-01). Not legal advice.

Every disclosure Ohio landlords must provide

  • Lead Paint

    Disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards for housing built before 1978

    Legal basis: 42 U.S.C. 4852d

  • Landlord/Agent Identity

    Name and address of owner and any agent authorized to manage and receive notices

    Legal basis: Ohio Revised Code Section 5321.18

Frequently asked questions

What disclosures must a landlord provide in Ohio?
Ohio requires: Lead Paint (Disclosure of known lead-based paint hazards for housing built before 1978); Landlord/Agent Identity (Name and address of owner and any agent authorized to manage and receive notices).
What happens if an Ohio landlord fails to provide a required disclosure?
Consequences vary by disclosure — from statutory penalties to giving the tenant grounds to challenge related lease terms.

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