Bolingbrook — Ch. 26 Housing Standards and Property Maintenance § 26-61
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In addition to suspension or revocation as hereinabove provided, the fine for violation of any provision of this article shall be $500.00 for the first violation in any 12-month period and $750.00 for each subsequent violation in such 12-month period. A separate offense shall be deemed committed on each day during or on which a violation occurs or continues.
Section 26-61 of Bolingbrook's Housing Standards and Property Maintenance code establishes a tiered fine structure for violations of the article. A first violation within any 12-month period carries a $500 fine, while each subsequent violation within that same period is fined $750. Importantly, each day that a violation persists is treated as a separate offense, meaning fines can accumulate rapidly over time. Suspension or revocation of relevant permits or licenses may also apply alongside these monetary penalties.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators subject to Bolingbrook Ch. 26 Housing Standards and Property Maintenance generally work to resolve any cited deficiency as quickly as possible, because § 26-61 treats each continuing day of a violation as a new, separately punishable offense. A first citation within a 12-month window costs $500, but unresolved conditions can escalate to $750 per day for subsequent violations within that period. Compliant operators typically maintain inspection-ready properties and address any notices of violation promptly to avoid compounding daily fines and the risk of permit suspension or revocation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 26-61 of Bolingbrook's housing code, tenants living in properties with ongoing maintenance or habitability violations may find it relevant that fines against a non-compliant landlord can accumulate on a daily basis. If a property appears to violate Ch. 26 Housing Standards and Property Maintenance, tenants can generally report conditions to the appropriate Bolingbrook municipal enforcement authority, which has the power to issue fines and pursue suspension or revocation of the landlord's operating authority. Tenant-rights organizations can help residents understand how local code enforcement processes work and what documentation may be useful when raising concerns.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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