24 hours entry notice.
The landlord must give at least 24 hours' notice and enter at reasonable times for the stated purpose.
What this means for you: Surprise non-emergency entries violate the 24-hour rule.
Your next step: Object in writing to no-notice entries citing the statute.
Source: Ohio Rev. Code § 5321.04(A)(8). Reviewed 2026-06-16 (needs local verification).
More Ohio rights: Ohio security deposit · Ohio eviction · Ohio repairs · Ohio rent increase.
Entry notice in nearby states: Michigan (no statewide rule entry notice) · Indiana (no statewide rule entry notice) · Kentucky (48 hours entry notice) · West Virginia (no statewide rule entry notice) · Pennsylvania (no statewide rule entry notice).
General legal information, not legal advice. Laws change and vary by locality; consult a licensed attorney or your local housing authority.
Updated July 2026