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Municipal housing and tenant protection ordinances

Rules (197)

Hazardous vacant buildings – Warning placard for first responders authorized when – Unlawful acts

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-12 § 13-12-148

– 13-20-230 Reserved

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-170

Scope

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-500

Definitions

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-510

Penalties

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-520

Original and subsequent inspections

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-530

Permit inspection fees

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-540

Permits required

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-550

Public way use permits – Required

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-555

Permit application

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-560

Permits – Term

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-565

Drawings

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-570

Limitations

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-580

Construction contrary to permit

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-590

Suspension of permit privileges

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-600

Unlawful transfer or use of registration or license

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-601

Suspension or revocation of license, registration or certification

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-605

Display of permits

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-610

Display of permit numbers for off-premise signs

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-620

Additional penalties for continued use of a sign without a permit or where the sign permit has been rescinded or revoked

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-625

Permit rescission

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-630

Permit revocation – Signs and sign elements

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-640

Procedure for revocation or rescission of a permit

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-645

Height and location

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-650

Restricted locations

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-660

Dimensions

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-670

Dynamic image display signs – additional standards

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-675

Council approval

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-680

Obstruction of streets

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-690

Insurance and indemnification

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-700

Construction standards

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-710

General restrictions

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-720

Notice of non-compliance

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-730

Posting non-compliance notice

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-740

Demolition

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-750

Abandoned signs and structures

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-760

Removal of sign or structure

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 13-20 § 13-20-770

Title, purpose and scope

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-010

Exclusions

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-020

Definitions

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-030

Tenant responsibilities

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-040

Landlord's right of access

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-050

Remedies for improper denial of access

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-060

Landlord's responsibility to maintain

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-070

Security deposits

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-080

Interest rate on security deposits

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-081

Identification of owner and agents

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-090

Tenants' notification of foreclosure action

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-095

Notice of conditions affecting habitability

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-100

Bed bugs – Education

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-101

Tenant remedies

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-110

Subleases

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-120

Landlord remedies

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-130

Jackson Park Expanded Fair Notice Pilot Program

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-135

Rental agreement

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-140

Prohibition on retaliatory conduct by landlord

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-150

Summary of ordinance attached to rental agreement

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-170

Attorney's fees

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-180

Rights and remedies under other laws

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-190

Declaration of City policy

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-010

Definitions

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-020

Unlawful discriminatory activities designated

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-030

Sexual harassment

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-040

Religious beliefs and practices

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-050

Credit history

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-053

Criminal history

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-054

Job opportunity advertisements

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-055

Discriminatory practices – Credit transactions

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-060

Alternative identification cards

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-065

Discriminatory practices – Public accommodations

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-070

Exemptions for certain religious organizations

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-080

Violation – Investigation by Commission on Human Relations – Prosecution

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-090

Retaliation prohibited

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-100

Construction of chapter provisions

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-110

Violation – Penalty

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 6-10 § 6-10-120

Definitions

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-005

Notice to abate

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-010

Summary abatement

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-020

Common law and statutory nuisances

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-030

Abandonment of refrigerators

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-040

Plastic bags – Violation – Penalty

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-050

Conditions detrimental to health – Public nuisance – Violation – Penalty

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-060

Graffiti removal – Nuisance abatement

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-065

Piling of used material to excessive heights

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-070

Nuisance in connection with business

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-080

Signs unlawful on private walkways, etc

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-085

Nuisances brought into city

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-090

Gas manufactory odors and refuse

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-110

Weeds – Penalty for violation – Abatement – Lien

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-120

Diseased trees

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-130

Spreading of vermin poison

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-150

Throwing objects in public places of amusement – Violation – Penalty

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-180

Throwing objects into roadways

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-190

Definitions

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-200

Refuse containers

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-210

Commercial refuse containers – Permit required

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-215

Commercial refuse containers and compactors; grease containers – Identification

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-217

Duty to provide refuse containers and service

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-220

Duty to provide compactors

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-225

Zone of nonoperation

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-226

Duty to provide refuse containers at construction or demolition sites

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-227

Location of standard and commercial refuse containers

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-230

City refuse collection – Fee

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-235

Refuse removal

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-240

Containers – Use

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-260

Accumulation of refuse – Responsibility

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-261

Contents of standard and commercial refuse containers and compactors

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-270

Removal of contents

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-280

Ashes

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-290

Removal of restaurant garbage

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-300

Grease containers

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-301

Grease containers – Maintenance and removal

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-302

Location of grease containers

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-303

Location of grease containers on the public way

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-305

Owner of business responsible for removal when – Violation – Penalty

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-310

Removal of litter from a retail establishment's parking area

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-315

Incinerators and ash chutes

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-320

Sale of garbage prohibited

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-330

Removal of refuse before vacation of premises

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-360

Disposal of furnishings, bedding, clothing or other materials infested with bed bugs

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-370

Refuse vehicles

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-380

Dumping on public way – Violation – Penalty

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-390

Construction debris on public way prohibited

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-395

Disinfection of refuse vehicles

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-400

Industrial refuse

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-420

Decaying animal matter

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-430

Dumping on real estate without permit – Nuisance – Violation – Penalty – Recovery of costs

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-440

Reward program for information leading to a conviction or finding of liability for illegal dumping

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-445

Unremoved motor vehicles, ashes, refuse, waste, debris and other materials – Owner responsible for removal – Nuisance – Violation – Penalty

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-450

Unremoved motor vehicles, ashes, refuse, waste, debris and other materials – Substantial risk to the public – Nuisance – City authorized to remove – Notice – Violation – Penalty – Costs

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-455

Substances that scatter in wind

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-460

Refuse on roof or in areaway

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-470

Inspection of roofs and areaways

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-480

Roofers

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-490

Removal of roofing refuse

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-500

Objects that may damage tires – Illegal to dump on public way

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-510

Definitions

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-511

Application

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-512

Waste management

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-513

Treatment of infectious waste

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-514

Transportation

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-515

Management plan

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-516

Responsibilities and enforcement authority

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-517

Penalties

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-518

Severability

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-519

Additional penalty for violation of article

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-520

Possession and sale – Violation – Penalty

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-630

Corrosive or caustic acid registry

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-631

Sale of mercury thermometers containing mercury substance

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-635

BPA-free kids ordinance

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-637

Gel fuel – Prohibition on sale

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-639

Prescription required – Violation – Penalty

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-640

Offensive bombs in public places – Violation – Penalty

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-650

Inspection notice

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-670

Maintenance

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-680

Unlawful to remove rat-stoppage

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-690

Structural changes

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-700

Dumping prohibited

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-710

Composting standards

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-715

Accumulation of materials or junk

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-720

Lot maintenance – Required

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-740

Screen fence required – Nuisance declared when

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-750

Severability

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-760

Exemption

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-770

Parking of Vehicles in a Vacant Lot – Penalty for Violation – Abatement – Lien

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-780

Collection bins

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-785

Violation – Penalty

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-800

Definitions

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-810

Bed bugs – Nuisance

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-820

Bed bug infestation – Duty to exterminate

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-830

Condominium and cooperative buildings – Plan for treatment of bed bugs

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-840

Tenant responsibility

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-850

Sale of secondhand bedding

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-860

Public information

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-870

Rules

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-880

Enforcement

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-890

Violation – Penalties

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-900

Definitions

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-010

Lead-bearing substance use

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-020

Maintenance of residential buildings, child care facilities and schools

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-030

Sale, transfer or distribution of items containing lead-bearing substances

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-040

Warning statement

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-060

Notice – Required

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-065

Child care facilities must require blood lead level screening for admission

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-070

Child care facilities must provide informational pamphlet

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-075

Fees

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-080

Inspection of buildings and commercial establishments

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-090

Subpoena powers

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-095

Procedures upon determination of lead- bearing substance

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-100

Owner's obligation to post notice

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-105

Manner of abatement of lead hazards

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-110

Reporting requirements

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-115

Violations

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-120

Rules and regulations

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-130

Emergency measures

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-140

Remedies

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-150

Enforcement

Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-160

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Individual rules above are sourced directly from the city's codifier; a chapter-level compilation record will appear here once one is added.