Ohio § 727.07

Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 727.07, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.

§ 727.07.

When a street, alley, public highway, sidewalk, wharf, or landing within a municipal

corporation is graded, or pavements are constructed in conformity to grades established

by the authorities of the municipal corporation, and the expense of such work is assessed

on the lots or lands benefited thereby, such lots or lands shall not be subject to

any special assessment occasioned by any subsequent change of grade in such pavement,

sidewalk, street, alley, public highway, wharf, or landing unless a petition for the

change is subscribed by a majority of such owners.  The expense of improvements occasioned by such change of grade, not so petitioned

for, shall be included as part of the cost of the improvement to be paid by the municipal

corporation.

Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 727.07

What does Ohio Revised Code § 727.07 cover?

Section 727.07 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 § 727.07?

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Is this the official text of Ohio law?

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