Ohio Statutes
§ 5301.11 — Effect of destruction of building upon lessee
Ohio § 5301.11
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Bluebook
Ohio Rev. Code Ann. § 5301.11 (2026).
Text
The lessee of a building which, without fault or neglect on his part, is destroyed or so injured as to be unfit for occupancy, is not liable to pay rent to the lessor or owner thereof, after such destruction or injury, unless otherwise expressly provided by written agreement or covenant. The lessee thereupon must surrender possession of such premises.
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Legislative History
Effective: October 1, 1953 | Latest Legislation: House Bill 1 - 100th General Assembly
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