Ohio § 971.08
Full text of Ohio Ohio Revised Code § 971.08, with citation guidance and answers to common questions.
§ 971.08.
(A) If an owner chooses to build a partition fence and the owner of adjoining property
does not share in the construction of the fence, the owner building the fence, or
a contractor hired by the owner, may enter on the adjoining property for no more than
ten feet for the length of the fence to build and maintain in good repair the fence. The owner or contractor building the fence is not guilty of a violation of section 2911.21 of the Revised Code or an ordinance of a municipal corporation that is substantially equivalent, provided
that the owner or contractor does not enter onto the property beyond the ten feet
specified in this division. However, that owner or contractor is liable for all damages caused by the entry
onto the adjoining property, including damages to crops. (B) No person shall obstruct or interfere with anyone who is lawfully engaged in the
construction or maintenance of a partition fence.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ohio § 971.08
What does Ohio Revised Code § 971.08 cover?
Section 971.08 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 § 971.08?
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Is this the official text of Ohio law?
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How does Ohio § 971.08 apply to my situation?
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