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Ohio Commercial Lease Agreement

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Ohio at a glance: Eviction Notice: 3 days' notice to leave (O.R.C. § 1923.04) · Self-Help Eviction: Allowed if explicitly written in the lease · Governing Law: Ohio Revised Statutes Chapter 5321

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Overview

Commercial Lease Agreements in Ohio

Ohio commercial leases are governed by Chapter 5321 of the Ohio Revised Statutes. Landlords must issue a 3-day notice to leave premises before filing an eviction (O.R.C. § 1923.04).
Key Facts

Ohio Commercial Lease Agreement — Quick Reference

RequirementOhio Rule
Eviction Notice3 days' notice to leave (O.R.C. § 1923.04)
Self-Help EvictionAllowed if explicitly written in the lease
Governing LawOhio Revised Statutes Chapter 5321
Legal Requirements

Ohio Legal Requirements

  • Notice to leave must comply with Ohio's 3-day timeline and contain specific statutory text.
Governing Laws

Ohio Governing Laws

O.R.C. § 1923.04
Notice to Leave Premises
Defines notice requirements for commercial lease defaults.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Ohio legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

Ohio Commercial Lease Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions

Are self-help lockouts legal in Ohio commercial leases?

Yes, if the lease agreement explicitly grants the landlord the right to re-enter and lock out the tenant upon default.