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Ohio Department of Natural Resources

Parks, wildlife, oil & gas permits, mining, waterways

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Phone
614-265-6565
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Mail
ODNR, 2045 Morse Road, Building G, Columbus, OH 43229

Legal Framework

Governing LawOhio Public Records Act
CitationORC § 149.43
Response DeadlinePrompt (reasonable time)
Est. Response Time~10 business days
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I file a public records request with Ohio Department of Natural Resources?▾
You can file a request with Ohio Department of Natural Resources (ODNR) through FOIAfile in under 3 minutes. We'll format your request with proper legal citations under ORC § 149.43 and deliver it via email, online portal, mail.
How long does ODNR have to respond to a public records request?▾
Under ORC § 149.43, Ohio Department of Natural Resources must respond within Prompt (reasonable time). FOIAfile tracks your deadline automatically and notifies you if the agency misses it.
What if ODNR denies or ignores my request?▾
If Ohio Department of Natural Resources denies your request or fails to respond within the deadline, you may have legal options including administrative appeals and court action. FOIAfile provides appeal letter templates and can connect you with a FOIA attorney for a free consultation.

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CIN-PD · ~7 day response
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CCSO · ~7 day response
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DAY-PD · ~7 day response
Franklin County Sheriff's Office
FCSO · ~7 day response
Hamilton County Sheriff's Office
HCSO-OH · ~7 day response

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