Landlord Connection

Please Note: The Cuyahoga County Rent Relief Fund will start accepting applications on July 1. Payments will be made directly to landlords on behalf of qualifying tenants who are unable to pay rent due to the economic impacts of the COVID-19 crisis. Learn more.

Understanding the fundamentals and requirements for owning a residential rental property in Shaker will help you decide if you are ready to be a landlord. Email the Neighborhood and Housing Specialist Colin Compton to assist you with common questions about renting your residential property.

Resources for Landlords

• Review these Rental Property Requirements (PDF).
• Learn about required inspections for residential rental properties.
• Learn about the required annual Housing Rental License (Certificate of Occupancy).
• Consider joining Tenant Patrol, a tenant screening cooperative that provides professional tenant screening services at a group rate (in partnership with the City).
• Sign up for the Landlord Connection ENews mailing list to receive information on training opportunities and additional resources.
• Participate in a Landlord Training course offered by the City for new and existing landlords.
• Understand Fair Housing laws and how they relate to rentals.