Water Use Rules in Ohio (2026)
3 rules on the books across Ohio, 3 cities and counties. Select a rule to read the full details.
Severity: Few Restrictions · Light Restrictions · Some Restrictions · Significant Restrictions · Heavy Restrictions
Leak Reporting Duty
Property owner's duty to report and repair water leaks within a set window once notified, plus how utilities issue leak-adjustment credits and impose penalties.
Akron
Some RestrictionsWhen a water leak threatens health or safety, Akron's Director of Neighborhood Assistance can order immediate repairs…
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Some RestrictionsIn Cincinnati, the property owner, not the Water Works department, must repair any leak in the private portion of the…
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Some RestrictionsColumbus code bars owners and occupants from letting any sewer, water closet, or drain leak or sit out of repair, and…
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