OH HB226

Amends sections 5311.18 and 5312.12 of the Ohio Revised Code to modify condominium and planned community association lien provisions.

Establishes that a portion of common expense assessments is prior to previously-created liens (except real estate taxes and first mortgages), giving associations a superior security interest up to six months of assessments plus reasonable attorney's fees and foreclosure costs.

Designates unit owners association liens as continuing liens subject to automatic adjustments reflecting unpaid interest, administrative late fees, enforcement assessments, collection costs, attorney's fees, paralegal fees, and court costs.

Extends the lien validity period to five years from filing date and clarifies that liens remain valid unless released, satisfied, or discharged by court order.

Applies identical provisions to planned community owners associations through amendments to section 5312.12.