Terminating the Lease/Rental Agreement

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Date:__________
Tenant’s Name:__________
Tenant’s  Address: __________

Dear, __________

The purpose of this letter is to inform you that your lease is being terminated in accordance with the Ohio
Revised Code (ORC) section 5321.17. You have 30 days from the [date:]__________ to vacate the
premises.

If you do not vacate by [date:]__________, I may issue a 3-day notice to vacate and then file for an eviction if you do not move out.

Sincerely,

Landlord’s Name:__________
Address and Phone Number:
__________

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