Property Management
In Ohio, a commercial landlord who fails to maintain common areas (lobbies, parking lots, hallways) in a safe condition may face:
AOnly tenant complaints
BPremises liability claims from tenants and visitors injured due to unsafe conditions✓ Correct
COnly ODREPL administrative action
DOnly property tax increases
Explanation
Landlords owe a duty to maintain common areas in a safe condition. Failure to do so can result in premises liability lawsuits from tenants or visitors who are injured due to the unsafe conditions.
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