Landlord Remedies

According to the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (commonly known as RLTO):

• If a tenant fails to pay rent, the landlord, after giving five days written notice to the tenant, may terminate the rental agreement. 
• It the landlord accepts the rent after the expiration of the time period set forth in a termination notice knowing that there is a default in payment, the tenant may stay.
• If the tenant fails to comply with the Chicago Municipal Code or the rental agreement, the landlord, after giving 10 days written notice to the tenant, may terminate the rental agreement if the tenant fails to correct the violation.
• If the tenant fails to comply with the Code or the rental agreement, the landlord may request in writing that the tenant comply as promptly as conditions permit in the case of emergency, or within 14 days. If the breach is not corrected in the time period specified, the landlord may enter the dwelling unit and have the necessary work done. In this case the tenant shall be responsible for all cost repairs. 

When it comes to tenants, always consult the RLTO ordinance before acting. Check out our website to review the City of Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance Summary along with other helpful landlord information. Bradford Miller Law has been representing Landlords for several years and, we can assist in resolving any tenant issues that you may encounter. If you are having a problem and need legal representation contact us so we can help.

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