Ohio lease termination letters are essential documents used by landlords and tenants to end a short-term rental agreement formally. The state mandates different notice periods based on the type of tenancy:
For month-to-month rental agreements, either party must provide a 30-day notice prior to terminating the lease. This timeframe is designed to give both landlords and tenants sufficient time to make alternate arrangements. In the case of weekly rental agreements, a 7-day notice period is required. This shorter period reflects the more transient nature of such arrangements.
Important Aspects of Ohio Lease Termination Letters:
- No Requirement for Specific Reason: Ohio law does not require landlords or tenants to specify a reason for the lease termination. The primary requirement is adhering to the appropriate notice period based on the rental agreement.
- Legal Compliance: It’s important to reference the relevant sections of the Ohio Revised Code that govern lease terminations, ensuring legal compliance.
- Method of Delivery: The termination letter should be prepared in writing and delivered in a manner that can be documented, such as through certified mail or personal delivery with acknowledgment.
- Content Requirements: The letter must clearly state the intention to terminate the lease, include the specific termination date, and cite the applicable notice period as per Ohio law.
Governing Law: § 5321.17(A) for week-to-week agreements and § 5321.17(B) for month-to-month agreements.
By Type
30-Day Notice (Month-to-Month Tenancies)
End a monthly rental agreement within 30 days, whether you are a landlord or tenant.
7-Day Notice (Week-to-Week Tenancies)
End a lease agreement for a weekly tenancy by giving a notice of seven days.
