Mineral rights in Shelby County, Ohio
Shelby County is a quieter corner of Ohio's mineral market, with 9 permits in the last 24 months — which can mean motivated owners and less buyer competition.
- 9
- Permits · 24 mo
- 146
- Wells on record
up 50% vs prior 24 months
Who's drilling Shelby County
Operators ranked by drilling permits approved in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23.
| Operator | Permits · 24 mo |
|---|---|
| North Amer Oil Exp INC | 9 |
What the record says
Shelby County recorded 9 drilling permits in the 24 months ending 2026-05-23, against 6 in the prior 24 months.
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Shelby County mineral rights FAQ
Who is drilling in Shelby County, Ohio?
The most active operators by permits approved in the last 24 months are North Amer Oil Exp INC. The full table above lists the top five with permit counts.
How do I research mineral rights ownership in Shelby County?
Start with the Shelby County clerk's deed records and the county appraisal roll, then verify against state regulator filings. Our title search guide walks through the process, and the Mineral Eagle platform links these records for the whole county.
Buying in Shelby County?
Mineral Eagle links every permit above to the owners it affects — name by name, with the records to back it up.