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View the complete Ohio guide →Which Ohio Laws Govern Your HOA or Condo?
Ohio's Planned Community Act (ORC ch. 5312) applies to all planned communities statewide. Condos are governed separately under ORC ch. 5311. Both give owners real statutory rights.
June 1, 2026 · 2 min read
Rules & EnforcementOHWhen Is an Ohio HOA Rule Unenforceable?
Ohio's Planned Community Act protects solar energy devices (§ 5312.16), requires declaration authority for any charge, and is backed by federal law. Rules beyond the declaration's scope can also fail.
June 1, 2026 · 3 min read
Records & TransparencyOHGetting Your Ohio HOA's Records
ORC § 5312.07 gives Ohio HOA members the right to examine and copy books, records, and minutes — subject to reasonable board rules and limited carve-outs for personnel and legal files.
June 1, 2026 · 2 min read
Fines & PenaltiesOHFighting an HOA Fine in Ohio
ORC § 5312.11 requires written notice and a 10-day hearing right before any Ohio HOA fine. The board can't levy the charge until after the hearing if you request one.
June 1, 2026 · 2 min read
Liens & ForeclosureOHCan an Ohio HOA Foreclose Over Unpaid Dues?
Ohio HOAs get a lien under ORC § 5312.12 by filing a certificate of lien with the county recorder. The lien is valid 5 years, has priority over subsequent encumbrances, and is forecloseable in court.
June 1, 2026 · 2 min read
Meetings & GovernanceOHAttending HOA Meetings in Ohio
ORC § 5312.04 requires Ohio HOAs to hold at least one annual meeting and gives the board electronic-notice authority. Notice and quorum details come from the declaration and bylaws.
June 1, 2026 · 3 min read