Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-760
Severability (Chicago Health Nuisances Ordinance)
Operative Text
If any part, provision, phrase or application of Section 7-28-740 and 7-28-750 is found to be invalid for any reason, only said part, provision, phrase or application will be affected. (Prior code § 99-64; Added Coun. J. 2-11-87, p. 39626; Amend 7-31-90, p. 19384)
Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-760 is a severability clause that protects the broader regulatory framework established by Sections 7-28-740 and 7-28-750. If a court or authority finds any single part, phrase, or application of those sections to be invalid, only that specific element is set aside — the rest of the provisions remain in full force. This is a standard legal mechanism designed to prevent one flawed component from invalidating an entire regulatory scheme.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-760, operators subject to Sections 7-28-740 and 7-28-750 can generally rely on the fact that a legal challenge to one element of those sections does not automatically nullify the remaining requirements. Compliant property managers typically continue to observe all other obligations under those sections even if a specific provision is successfully challenged. Staying informed about any legal rulings affecting those sections helps operators understand which specific requirements remain in effect.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-760 means that if one part of Sections 7-28-740 or 7-28-750 is struck down, the protections provided by the remaining parts of those sections generally stay intact. Tenants who believe their rights under those sections have been violated may still be able to raise claims based on the unaffected provisions. Tenant-rights organizations in Chicago can help clarify which portions of those sections remain enforceable in light of any legal developments.
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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