Ohio § 721.03
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 721.03, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 721.03.
No contract, except as provided in section 721.28 of the Revised Code , for the sale or lease of real estate belonging to a municipal corporation shall
be made unless authorized by an ordinance, approved by a two-thirds vote of the members
of the legislative authority of such municipal corporation, and by the board or officer
having supervision or management of such real estate. When the contract is so authorized, it shall be made in writing by such board or
officer, and, except as provided in section 721.27 or 721.29 of the Revised Code , only with the highest bidder, after advertisement once a week for five consecutive
weeks in a newspaper of general circulation within the municipal corporation or as
provided in section 7.16 of the Revised Code . Such board or officer may reject any bids and readvertise until all such real estate
is sold or leased.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 721.03
What does Ohio Revised Code § 721.03 cover?
Section 721.03 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 § 721.03?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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