Eviction Notice Legalities Ohio

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Landlords in Ohio must provide written notice of eviction. Verbal agreements, like deferring rent, are generally not binding. Consult a local legal aid organization for personalized advice.

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I am facing eviction after my boyfriend was off work with pneumonia. The landlord told him not to worry about the rent when my boyfriend tried giving him some money and a few days later we are being told to have this months and next months by April * or we get a 3 day notice. Is this legal?
Hello ****, I need to know your location to provide accurate information. Also, if your landlord made the promise to defer the rent, was it in writing?
Springfield, Ohio
Hello ****,
Based on the Ohio Revised Code:
- Landlords must provide written notice of eviction.
- Verbal agreements are generally not binding.
Before taking any action, you may consider consulting with a local legal aid organization.