Understanding Leases: Evanston RLTO Attached to Lease
If you're a renter in Evanston, it's important to know your rights and responsibilities under the Evanston Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLO).
One important provision of the RLTO is that landlords are required to provide a copy of the ordinance. Click here for a copy of the Evanston RLTO.
What happens if the landlord does not provide a copy of the Evanston RLTO?
The tenant may sue the landlord for $200.00 and reasonable attorney fees.
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