Landlord Connection

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 Theodore Darden IV to assist you with common questions about renting your residential property.

• Considering an AirBnB? Short term rentals (30 days or less), such as through services like AirBnB and VRBO, are illegal uses in the City, and are prohibited. Learn more.

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).
• Understand Fair Housing laws and how they relate to rentals.