Property Management

Under Ohio's landlord-tenant law, a landlord who is informed of a broken furnace in winter must:

AFix it at their convenience
BMake repairs within a reasonable time to maintain habitable conditions✓ Correct
COnly repair it if the tenant pays the cost first
DProvide a rent reduction in lieu of repair

Explanation

Under ORC Chapter 5321, landlords must maintain premises in a habitable condition and make necessary repairs within a reasonable time after receiving proper notice. A non-functioning furnace in winter is an emergency requiring prompt action.

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