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Ohio
Ohio Rev. Code § 1311.01 et seq.
Notice Required
Notice Deadline
21 Days
Lien Filing Deadline
60-75 days after completion
Public Bond Threshold
$250,000 for state projects
Overview
Ohio requires a Notice of Furnishing for commercial projects within 21 days. Residential projects have different rules.
Who Must Send Notice
- Subcontractors
- Material suppliers
Who Receives Notice
- Property owner
- General contractor
- Lender
Key Requirements
- 121-day Notice of Furnishing (commercial)
- 2Residential projects have different requirements
- 3Notice of Commencement triggers deadlines
- 4Affidavit procedures for payment
Important Notice
Ohio distinguishes significantly between residential and commercial project requirements.
Timeline Summary
1
First Furnishing
Day 0
2
Notice Deadline
Day 21
3
Lien Filing
60-75 days after completion
4
Enforcement
60 days from affidavit to foreclose