Rental Registration 

If you own residential real estate and you don't reside in the property AND you are renting the property to someone, this law does apply to you and you should file a rental registration. It's the law and failure to register may subject you to fines.

Generally speaking, if you own property, don’t live in it, and receive compensation from others
who do live in it – there is a good chance HB 294 applies to you and you should read and file
the enclosed Lucas County Rental Registration Form. If you are not certain – you should consult
your attorney or contact our office.


Rental Registration - File Online:

https://co.lucas.oh.us/FormCenter/Auditor-5/RENTAL-PROPERTY-REGISTRATION-183

Rental Registration - Fillable PDF to print and file by mail

https://co.lucas.oh.us/DocumentCenter/View/82155/Rental-Registration-Form-and-Exception

Exception to the Rental Registration - File Online:

http://co.lucas.oh.us/FormCenter/Auditor-5/Exception-Form-for-Residential-Rental-Pr-184



Rental Registration Database.  Search any property currently registered:

Property Rental Registration Database (excel)
Property Rental Registration Database (pdf)

To search for a specific property, hold down the "Ctrl" key (or "Command" key if you are using a Mac computer) and press the "F" key. Then type in the property address, owner name, parcel number (no dashes), OR however else you would like to search.

Key to using the Rental Registration Database:
A through D are the rental property address, parcel and owner name.
E through H are the names of owners and/or contact person.
I telephone number.
J through S are rental property owner's and/or contact persons' mailing address.


Rental Registration FAQs


The State of Ohio requires that all rental properties be registered with the County Auditor. It's the law and failure to register may subject you to fines.