RENT AND UTILITIES

www.rentful614.com/solvers
https://creativehousing.org/
Medicaid Recipients may also
have assistance options through
their Medicaid provider

It is very possible to have an eviction removed from public access. You can start this action
by obtaining the necessary information on floor 16 of the Franklin County Municipal Court House. filing an “Application And Affidavit To Remove Eviction Record From Online Access.” Along with the filing of this document there will be a fee of
$25 for the removal of each individual eviction.

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Most Evictions can be prevented by returning your keys. Returning the keys is an official act in which the landlord is officially given back
possession of their property. If you move out of the property and return your keys prior to your court appearance, you could possibly have
the eviction dismissed as “moot.” It is important to try to obtain written proof the keys have been returned.
If your landlord refuses, you may be able to return the keys to the landlord in the presence of the judge during your hearing.

In addition to returning keys, establishing a new
rental agreement and residence prior to your hearing may provide further proof you are no longer in possession of their property.

While these actions may prevent eviction, this may not negate any rent monies or fees owed to your landlord. There may still be a balance owed and a record of any unpaid debt until paid.

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For Eviction Prevention Contact:

Suzan Waller, PHD

Mediation Specialist

Community Mediation Services

67 Jefferson Ave

Columbus, Ohio 43215

614-228-7191, Ext 12

Fax 614-228-7213