The bill amends various sections of the Revised Code to address issues related to abandoned manufactured homes, focusing on the roles of county auditors and clarifying definitions related to rental agreements and property management. It introduces new definitions, such as "titled owner," which refers to individuals or estates owning manufactured or mobile homes in parks, regardless of occupancy rights. The bill also modifies the compensation structure for county auditors concerning property tax collections and allows for the collection of fees related to the transfer of manufactured homes. Additionally, it updates the eviction process for tenants in manufactured home parks, allowing landlords to terminate agreements if tenants are involved in controlled substance violations and clarifying the responsibilities of titled owners in eviction proceedings.

Moreover, the bill streamlines the procedures for park operators dealing with abandoned manufactured homes, removing the requirement for public record searches and allowing for the removal and potential sale of abandoned homes without court limitations. It establishes new provisions for park operators to acquire titles to abandoned homes and outlines penalties for falsifying information. The bill also modifies the process for handling abandoned homes, including the establishment of a threshold value for public auctions and the responsibilities of law enforcement in notifying interested parties. Overall, the amendments aim to clarify the rights and responsibilities of park operators and homeowners while ensuring efficient handling of abandoned properties.

Statutes affected:
As Introduced: 319.54, 1923.01, 1923.02, 1923.04, 1923.06, 1923.09, 1923.11, 1923.12, 1923.13, 1923.14, 4503.0611