Ohio HOA and condominium law is primarily governed by the Ohio Condominium Act (ORC Chapter 5311) and the Ohio Planned Community Act (ORC Chapter 5312). In 2022, Ohio passed SB 61, which updated both statutes in ways that modernized meeting notices, reserves, and solar installation rights. Ohio boards that have not updated their procedures to reflect SB 61 may be operating under outdated practices.
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2022: Electronic Notices, Reserves, and Solar Panels (Effective September 11, 2022)
SB 61 — Electronic Notices, Reserves & Solar Panels
Senate Bill 61, effective September 11, 2022, made the following changes to ORC Chapters 5311 (Condominium) and 5312 (Planned Community):
Electronic Meeting Notices Authorized
Ohio associations can now send meeting notices electronically — by email or through an online homeowner portal — to owners who have provided an electronic address. Boards that still mail every meeting notice by physical mail can now offer electronic delivery to reduce administrative costs.
Reserve Contribution Requirements Updated
SB 61 updated the reserve contribution requirements for Ohio associations, clarifying how reserves must be funded and disclosed. Boards should ensure their reserve funding plans comply with the updated statutory requirements.
Insurance Provisions Updated
Insurance requirements under both ORC 5311 and 5312 were updated to reflect current industry standards for common interest community coverage.
Solar Panel and Solar Device Rights
SB 61 added provisions protecting owner rights to install solar panels and solar devices on their lots and units. Governing document provisions that flatly prohibit solar installations may conflict with these new rights — boards should review their architectural rules in light of SB 61.
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What Ohio HOA Boards Should Do Now
1. Update your meeting notice procedures to offer electronic notice delivery to owners who provide email addresses (SB 61).
2. Review your reserve funding plan — confirm it meets the updated reserve contribution requirements under ORC 5311/5312 (SB 61).
3. Audit your architectural review rules for solar panels — blanket prohibitions may be unenforceable under SB 61.
4. Update insurance disclosures and confirm coverage meets current Ohio statutory standards.
5. Consult counsel if your governing documents have not been reviewed for SB 61 compliance since September 2022.
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How APM Provides Remote HOA Management in Ohio
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*This article is for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. For questions specific to your association, consult a licensed Ohio attorney.*
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