Ohio Late Rent Notice
A free Ohio late rent notice that follows Ohio law. Fill in the boxes, check the rules below, then print or copy it. Keep a copy and proof of how you sent it.
What Ohio law says
| Late fees | No statutory cap |
|---|---|
| Notice for unpaid rent | 3-day written notice to leave the premises before filing an eviction (forcible entry and detainer) action. The residential notice must conspicuously state: "You are being asked to leave the premises. If you do not leave, an eviction action may be initiated against you. If you are in doubt regarding your legal rights and obligations as a tenant, it is recommended that you seek legal assistance." Source: Ohio Rev. Code § 1923.04 |
Fill in your letter
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To: [tenant name(s)]
Premises: [rental address]
Rent of $[rent amount] for [rental period] was due on [due date] and has not been received.
Under your lease, a late fee of $[late fee] applies. Ohio limits on late fees: No statute; Ohio Rev. Code § 5321.14 (unconscionable clauses).
Total now due: $[total due]. Please pay by [date] to [payment method].
This is a reminder, not an eviction notice. Before filing an eviction case, a landlord must give the separate notice Ohio law requires.
Date: [today's date]
Landlord or agent: [your name]
Signature: ____________________
How to send it: use a method you can prove — certified mail with return receipt, or email/text if your lease allows notices that way. Write down the date.
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General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and local rules can differ; check the linked official source or talk to a lawyer about your situation.