Ohio Deposit return deadline
How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Ohio?
Itemized written notice of deductions plus any amount due within 30 days after the rental agreement ends and possession is returned. The tenant must give a forwarding address in writing.
Verified Source: Ohio Rev. Code § 5321.16(B) · last checked 2026-10-23
How this works in Ohio
Ohio requires an itemized written notice of deductions, together with any amount due, within 30 days after the rental agreement ends and possession is returned. The tenant must give a forwarding address in writing.
Worked example for Ohio
Example: A rental agreement ends and the tenant returns possession on April 30, 2026, and the tenant has given a forwarding address in writing. The itemized written notice of deductions, together with any amount due, is due within 30 days, by May 30, 2026.
Ohio timelines and limits
| Itemized written notice plus any amount due | Within 30 days after the rental agreement ends and possession is returned |
|---|---|
| Forwarding address | The tenant must give a forwarding address in writing |
Ohio FAQ
How long does an Ohio landlord have to return a deposit?
An itemized written notice of deductions plus any amount due within 30 days after the rental agreement ends and possession is returned, under Ohio Rev. Code § 5321.16(B).
What must I send with any amount due?
An itemized written notice of deductions, together with the amount due.
Does the tenant have to give a forwarding address?
Yes. The tenant must give a forwarding address in writing.
Sources for this section: Ohio Rev. Code § 5321.16(B) (checked 2026-10-23)
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