Ohio · Landlord entry

Ohio landlord entry notice

In Ohio, the law treats 24 hours’ notice as reasonable before a landlord enters, except in an emergency.

The rule

Notice before entry
24 hours
In an emergency
No notice needed
The rule
Reasonable notice required except in emergencies or where impracticable; 24 hours is presumed reasonable absent evidence to the contrary.

Law: Ohio Rev. Code § 5321.04(A)(8)

Last reviewed September 30, 2026

Not legal advice. Statutes change; check the linked section.