O.R.C. §5311.02
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Ohio Condominium Act — Applicability
Applies only to property submitted to the act by execution and filing of a declaration. Property must be fee simple or 99-year renewable leasehold. Creating a condominium does not constitute a subdivision.
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Statutory Text
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Section 5311.02 | Chapter applicable to condominium property. Effective: October 1, 1978 Latest Legislation: House Bill 404 - 112th General Assembly PDF: Download Authenticated PDF Chapter 5311. of the Revised Code applies only to property that is specifically submitted to its provisions by the execution and filing for record of a declaration by the owner, as provided in this chapter. In every instance, any property so submitted shall be either a fee simple estate or a ninety-nine year leasehold, renewable forever. Neither the submission of property to the provisions of this chapter, nor the conveyance or transfer of a condominium ownership interest constitutes a subdivision within the meaning of, or is subject to, Chapter 711. of the Revised Code. Available Versions of this Section October 1, 1978 – House Bill 404 - 112th General Assembly [ View October 1, 1978 Version ]
Financial
| Ref | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Property must be fee simple or 99-year renewable leasehold. |
Governance
| Ref | Requirement |
|---|---|
| Applies only to property submitted to the act by execution and filing of a declaration. | |
| Creating a condominium does not constitute a subdivision. |
Other sections in this chapter
- O.R.C. §5311.08 — Ohio Condominium Act — Unit Owners Association
- O.R.C. §5311.081 — Ohio Condominium Act — Powers and Duties of Board
- O.R.C. §5311.16 — Ohio Condominium Act — Insurance
- O.R.C. §5311.18 — Ohio Condominium Act — Lien for Common Expenses
- O.R.C. §5311.26 — Ohio Condominium Act — Developer Disclosure Statement
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