Ohio Code § 709.01

Ohio Code § 709.01. Reproduced from the official Ohio Revised Code, with a citation summary, verification link, and related provisions.

§ 709.01.

Territory may be annexed to, merged with, or detached from, municipal corporations,

in the manner provided in this chapter, provided that no territory lying within the

boundaries of a military base, camp, or similar installation under the jurisdiction

of a military department of the United States government, that is used for the housing

of members of the armed forces of the United States and is a center for military operations

of the department shall be annexed to or merged with a municipal corporation under

this chapter without the approval of the secretary of defense of the United States,

the secretary's designee, or other person having authority under federal law to give

such approval.

Source: official Ohio text · Last verified 2026-08-27

At a glance

  • Citation: Ohio Revised Code § 709.01
  • Jurisdiction: Ohio
  • Code: Ohio Revised Code
  • Text: transcribed from the official source (verify below)

Verify the text

Statute text is transcribed from the official Ohio Revised Code. Confirm it against the primary source before relying on it:

Not legal advice. Verify against the official source and consult a licensed Ohio attorney.

Common questions

What is the source of Ohio Revised Code § 709.01?

The text above is transcribed from the Ohio Revised Code, the codified statutes of Ohio. The official publisher link appears under "Verify the text" on this page.

What subject does Ohio Revised Code § 709.01 address?

It addresses the rule set out in the section text. Read the section together with the surrounding provisions listed under "Nearby provisions" for the full picture.

Is Ohio Revised Code § 709.01 still in force?

Statutes are amended, repealed, and renumbered every session. Confirm the current version at the official Ohio source before relying on this text.

Can this page be used as legal advice?

No. This is a reference transcription for research. Applying Ohio law to your facts requires a licensed Ohio attorney who can review the specifics.