Ohio § 5553.23
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 5553.23, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 5553.23.
If a person through whose land a public road has been established, which is under
the jurisdiction of the board of county commissioners, desires to turn or change or
relocate such road or any part thereof through any part of the person's land, the
person may file a petition with the board of county commissioners setting forth briefly
the particular change desired. Upon the receipt of such petition, the board shall give notice by publication once
not later than two weeks prior to the date for the hearing on such petition in a newspaper
of general circulation in said county, stating that such petition has been filed and
setting forth the change desired in such road and the date and place for the hearing
on said petition. If a public road was once established for public convenience through private lands,
but has not been improved by public funds and for more than twenty-one years has not
been used, the owner of such land may petition the board to vacate the road in accordance
with proceedings under sections 5553.04 to 5553.11 of the Revised Code . A person through whose land a trail right of way has been preserved under section 5553.044 of the Revised Code may file a petition to turn or change the route of the trail right of way in the
manner provided in this section, and such petition shall be acted upon in the manner
set forth in sections 5553.23 to 5553.31 of the Revised Code . Notice of the hearing in such case shall also be made by first class mail to the
director of natural resources. If the board turns or changes the route of the trail right of way, it shall furnish
the director with a full and accurate description or map of the change.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 5553.23
What does Ohio Revised Code § 5553.23 cover?
Section 5553.23 is part of the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutory law of Ohio. It sets out the legal rule or procedure described in the text above. Statutes are amended regularly, so always verify against the official source.
How do I cite Ohio § 5553.23?
A common citation format is "Ohio Revised Code § 5553.23" (Ohio). Legal writing may require the code abbreviation, section number, and year or edition. Match the style required by your court, professor, or publisher.
Is this the official text of Ohio law?
No. This page is for research and education and may not include the most recent amendments. For official current law, check the Ohio official source linked on this page or consult a licensed Ohio attorney.
How does Ohio § 5553.23 apply to my situation?
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