The Retaliatory Eviction Act says that a landlord cannot terminate a lease (or refuse to renew a lease) because the renter complained to a governmental authority of a bona fide violation of a building code, health ordinance, or similar regulation.
Citation:
765 ILCS 720/1 et seq. (2013).
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Related Laws
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Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLTO)
Governs the majority of residential rental agreements in the City of Chicago. -
Eviction Act
Defines the eviction process in Illinois. -
Rental Property Utility Services Act
Defines rights with regard to landlord paid utilities and common area utilities. -
Residential Tenants' Right to Repair Act
Allows renters to make repairs in certain circumstances and deduct the costs from rent. -
Security Deposit Interest Act
Requires landlords to pay interest on security deposits in certain situations. -
Security Deposit Return Act
Defines the landlord’s responsibilities for returning security deposits.
Related Issues
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Landlord Retaliation
Renters have protections against retaliatory landlords.
Related Initiatives
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Chicago Housing Justice League
Creating more equitable housing opportunities across Chicago
Related Programs
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Tenant Advocacy Project
Pre-eviction assistance to renters facing very serious housing problems.