Illinois Landlord-Tenant Laws & Rights
This informative brochure is provided by the Attorney General's office for landlords and tenants.
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Having knowledge of landlord tenant regulations in Illinois is important for every landlord to be sure they are operating within the constraints of the law.
Who: This informative brochure, provided by the Illinois Attorney General's office is an excellent read for both landlords and tenants.
What: This is the landlord and tenant rights and responsibilities spelled out in an easy-to-read brochure.
When: This information is great to read before any landlord enters into the rental business as well as to keep on hand for reference.
Illinois State Specific Documents
- Illinois Landlord-Tenant Laws & Rights: This is a helpful resource and makes it EZ for Illinois Landlords to comply with all state laws.
- City of Evanston Landlord-Tenant Ordinance: Evanston Landlords - This great tool covers all city ordinances and local Landlord-Tenant requirements.
- Illinois 5-Day Notice to Pay Rent: This Notice is required before eviction proceedings can be started and should be used for Tenants that have not paid rent.
- Illinois 10-Day Notice to Cure: This Notice should be used when a Tenant breaks the Lease for some reason other than nonpayment of rent. It’s a required step before filing for eviction.
- Chicago Lease Addendum - Heating Costs: The Chicago Lease Addendum - Heating Costs is a required addendum when the tenant is responsible for heating the rental property.
- Chicago Recycling Ordinance: The Chicago Recycling Ordinance has specific requirements that Landlords must follow. Download this guide to use & share with Tenants.