Ohio Pay Rent or Quit Notice (2026)
Ohio pay rent or quit notice: 3-day notice to leave the premises (ORC §1923.04); accepting rent is optional for the landlord. In hand, certified mail with return receipt, or left at the usual place of abode or the premises (§1923.04).
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Ohio: key facts
- Pay Rent or Quit Notice
- 3-day notice to leave the premises (ORC §1923.04); accepting rent is optional for the landlord.
- How to deliver
- In hand, certified mail with return receipt, or left at the usual place of abode or the premises (§1923.04).
- Required wording
- The 3-day notice must contain the conspicuous statement of §1923.04(A) — included.
- Federal rules
- Properties with a federally backed mortgage or federal program may need 30 days' notice; HUD-subsidized housing is not supported.
- Only a court can evict
- Never change locks, remove belongings or shut off utilities.
Official sources: Ohio Revised Code §1923.04 · Ohio Revised Code §5321.17 · Ohio Revised Code §5321.11 · Last reviewed: October 2026
How it works
- Answer questions about the tenancy and the delivery date. The form checks the Ohio deadline.
- See a free preview of your notice.
- Pay once and download PDF + Word, with a Proof of Service and delivery instructions.
Frequently asked questions
- How many days does a Ohio pay rent or quit notice give the tenant?
- 3-day notice to leave the premises (ORC §1923.04); accepting rent is optional for the landlord.
- How do I deliver an eviction notice in Ohio?
- In hand, certified mail with return receipt, or left at the usual place of abode or the premises (§1923.04).
- What if I give too few days?
- A notice that gives fewer days than the law requires is invalid and the court case can be dismissed. Our form calculates the earliest allowed date and blocks earlier ones; giving more days is generally fine.
- Can I change the locks or remove the tenant myself?
- No. Only a court can order an eviction. Self-help evictions are illegal.
- Can I get it in Spanish?
- Yes. You serve the signed English notice; you also get a Spanish translation you may hand over as a courtesy, plus Spanish instructions.
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