Ohio § 723.05

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 723.05, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 723.05.

The legislative authority of a municipal corporation may, when there are two or more

streets, avenues, or alleys of the same name in the municipal corporation, by ordinance

and without petition therefor, change the name of any such street, avenue, or alley

so as to leave only one to be designated by the original name. When, in the opinion of the legislative authority, there is good cause for vacating

or narrowing a street or alley, or any part thereof, and that such vacation or narrowing

will not be detrimental to the general interest, it may, by ordinance and without

petition therefor, vacate or narrow such street or alley or any part thereof.  The original ordinance or a certified copy thereof shall be recorded in the official

records of the county recorder.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 723.05

What does Ohio Revised Code § 723.05 cover?

Section 723.05 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 § 723.05?

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Is this the official text of Ohio law?

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