Bill > HB366

This bill amends Ohio's self-service storage facility laws to provide more clarity and flexibility for storage facility owners regarding the disposal of property in expired or terminated rental agreements. The key provisions include expanding the owner's ability to remove and dispose of personal property when a rental agreement has expired or been terminated, modifying notification requirements for such actions, and clarifying the process for selling or disposing of stored items. The bill allows owners to send notices electronically under certain conditions, provides more detailed guidance on what information must be included in disposal notices, and gives owners more discretion in handling unclaimed property, including the option to sell items at auction, conduct a private sale, or destroy items if no one purchases them at auction. Additionally, the bill modifies liability provisions, specifically changing the standard for occupant damage claims from "negligence" to "willful or wanton misconduct," which sets a higher bar for proving owner liability. The bill also maintains existing protections for property owners with liens or security interests, allowing them opportunities to reclaim or preserve their property during the disposal process.

Transportation and Infrastructure

https://www.legislature.ohio.gov/legislation/136/hb366