Understanding Leases: Landlord Must Notify About Conditions Affecting Habitability
Landlord's Obligations
Under Section 42-810(C) of the Cook County Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance, the landlord needs to notify a tenant about the conditions affecting habitability. This written notice needs to be given before the tenant signs or renews the lease or during the tenancy. The landlord needs to disclose:
- Any code violations cited by the local city during the previous 12 months
- The case number of any administrative hearing or code enforcement litigation from the past 12 months
Can a tenant find this information?
A tenant may check with the local municipality or department of buildings to see if there is public knowledge available.
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