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HB 366

Regards disposal of self-service storage property and liability

136th Legislature (2025-2026) Introduced by Adam Mathews and 1 co-sponsor

HB 366 revises Ohio self-service storage property disposal procedures and operator liability protections affecting facility management and customer rights.

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Bill Summary · HB 366

Legislative bill overview

HB 366 addresses the legal framework governing self-service storage facilities in Ohio, specifically regarding how these facilities can dispose of stored property and what liability protections or restrictions apply to facility operators. The bill modifies existing Ohio law on storage lien procedures and operator responsibilities when customers abandon or fail to pay for storage units.

Why is this important

Self-service storage is a multi-billion dollar industry affecting hundreds of thousands of Ohioans who rent units for personal or business property. This legislation directly impacts the rights of both storage facility operators (who need clear rules for recovering unpaid fees) and customers (who need protection against wrongful loss of property). The balance struck here affects how disputes are resolved and what financial exposure operators face.

Potential points of contention

  • Disposal procedures and notice requirements – Whether operators must provide adequate notice to customers before disposing of abandoned property, and how much time should be allowed for customers to reclaim items
  • Liability protections – How broadly or narrowly liability immunity is granted to operators, and whether customers can sue for negligence, theft, or improper disposal
  • Small creditor interests – Whether the law favors large storage corporations over individual operators, or vice versa, in enforcing liens and recovering fees

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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