Toledo, OH lead-safe rental rules

Lead-Safe Certificate, pre-1978 1-4 unit rentals (Ord. 397-20)

The rule: Lead-Safe Certificate, pre-1978 1-4 unit rentals (Ord. 397-20)
How often: 5 years (20 after abatement)
Fees & fines: $25/unit filing fee; housing court referral
Who can inspect: local lead inspector (OH licensed)
Applies at: city level
Official source: toledoleadsafe.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Lead-Safety-Ord-397-20.p…
Last checked: 2026-10-20

What it costs in Ohio?

Published government fees (sourced):

Cleveland: No certificate fee; $70/unit registration; $100 fine per revocation (cap $30k/yr), misdemeanor source
Toledo: $25/unit filing fee; housing court referral source

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