Testimony of John Evans in Support of Ohio House Bill 17

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Written testimony by John Evans in support of Ohio House Bill 17. The testimony describes the bill as amending section 5713.041 of the Revised Code to classify certain storage condominiums as residential property for tax purposes. The author states ownership of a car condo in Horsepower Farms in Powell, Ohio, purchased to store classic Mustangs, and describes improvements made to the unit and how it is used. The author describes community events held at Horsepower Farms for owners and car enthusiasts. The testimony closes by urging the Ohio Legislature to pass H.B. No. 17.

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| am writing to support House Bill 17, which would amend section 5713.041 of the Revised Code to
classify certain storage condominiums as residential property for tax purposes. | own a “car condo” in
Horsepower Farms in Powell, Ohio. | purchased it to store several classic Mustangs | own. | have
personalized my unit with a bathroom and shower, along with a mezzanine that has a small kitchen,
lounge area, and office space. The lounge area displays classic car memorabilia that | have accumulated
over the years. It is an extension of my home in that regard. In the fall, | host friends to watch Ohio
State football games. | sometimes work from my unit, just to get out of my home office.

To me, Horsepower Farms is more than just vehicle storage. As a community, we have hosted multiple
“Cars and Condos” events, which provide us owners with opportunities for socializing and meeting other
car enthusiasts. Most weekends in the summer, owners are at their units with the doors open. | have
met so many people with different tastes in cars, but we all share the same passion for classic
automobiles. Horsepower Farms provides us with a safe and secure environment to enjoy our passion.

| support the passage of H.B. No. 17, and | urge the Ohio Legislature to pass this bill.

Respectfully,

John Evans

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