Ohio Bill HB 553 requires landlords to notify tenants of rent defaults within sixty days before starting eviction actions

Original title: Require landlord to notify tenant of rent default before eviction

Last action · October 29, 2025: Referred to DevelopmentSponsors: Ismail Mohamed and 7 others

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What This Bill Would Do

Landlords are required to notify tenants in writing of any rent payment default and the default amount within sixty days after it occurs. If a landlord fails to provide this timely notice, they cannot start an eviction action until they provide written notice, wait at least ninety days, and offer to negotiate a payment plan.

Why it matters

Residential tenants gain a mandatory notification window and the right to a payment plan discussion before eviction proceedings can begin if initial notices are delayed, while landlords face new procedural prerequisites and delayed eviction timelines for late notices.

Who It Would Affect

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Directly affected

landlords

Landlords must notify tenants of rent defaults within 60 days and follow expanded notice and negotiation procedures before filing for eviction if the initial deadline is missed.

Directly affected

tenants

Tenants receive mandatory written notification of rent defaults, a 90-day waiting period before eviction filings for late notices, and an opportunity to negotiate a payment plan.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What happens if a landlord does not notify a tenant of a rent default within 60 days?

The landlord cannot immediately start an eviction action. They must first send written notice of the default and amount, wait at least ninety days, and offer to negotiate a payment plan.

Can a landlord evict a tenant if they fail to reach a payment plan agreement?

Yes, a landlord may commence an eviction action if no payment plan is agreed upon and more than ninety days have elapsed since the late notice was sent.

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Where This Stands

Currently in committee. The next step in the legislative lifecycle is Floor Vote.

Procedural history

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Oct 29, 2025HouseCommittee
Referred to Development
Oct 28, 2025HouseIntroduced
Introduced

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