Ohio HOA Laws

ORC Chapter 5312 (Planned Community Act)

Has HOA Statute

Complete compliance reference for Ohio HOA and condo boards. Below you'll find late fee limits, violation notice procedures, reserve study requirements, collection rules, and meeting mandates — all based on current state statutes.

14

Day Cure Period

15

Day Grace Period

3

Day Board Meeting Notice

Yes

Hearing Required

Late Fee Rules

Maximum Flat FeeNo statutory cap
Maximum PercentageNo statutory cap
Cap Typereasonable
Minimum Grace Period15 days
Interest AllowedYes

Per governing documents. Must be reasonable.

Violation Notice Rules

Written Notice Period10 days
Cure Period14 days
Hearing RequiredYes
Hearing Notice7 days advance
Certified MailNot required
Max Fine / ViolationNo statutory cap
ADR RequiredNo
StatuteORC §5312.11

10-day window to request hearing, 7 days hearing notice, 30 days notice post-hearing per §5312.11.

Reserve Study Requirements

Study RequiredNot mandated
Funding WaivableYes — by owner vote
Budget DisclosureRequired
Visual InspectionNot required
StatuteORC §5312

No mandatory reserve study. Budget disclosure required.

Collection & Lien Rules

Lien AllowedYes
Min Days Before Lien30 days
Foreclosure AllowedYes
Pre-Lien NoticeRequired
Pre-Lien Notice Period30 days
Payment Plan RequiredNo

Assessment liens per statute.

Meeting Requirements

Board Meeting Notice3 days
Annual Meeting Notice10 days
Open MeetingsRequired
Minutes AccessibleRequired

Open meetings per statute.

General Compliance Notes

  • Ohio Planned Community Act enacted 2010.
  • Detailed violation hearing procedures.

Legal Disclaimer

This information is for general guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. HOA laws change frequently. Always consult a licensed attorney in Ohio for specific legal questions regarding your community.

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