Evanston, Ill., City Code § 5 § 5-3-12-5
TENANT'S RIGHT TO TERMINATE (Evanston Housing Regulations)
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If a housing provider or any person acting at the housing provider's direction violates Section 5-3-12-1 , the tenant shall have the right to terminate the rental agreement by sending the housing provider written notice of the tenant's intention to terminate within three (3) days of the violation. If the rental agreement is terminated, the housing provider shall return any security deposit and prepaid rent to the tenant in accordance with this Chapter.
Under Evanston, Ill., City Code § 5 § 5-3-12-5, when a housing provider or someone acting on their behalf violates Section 5-3-12-1, the tenant gains the right to end the rental agreement. To exercise this right, the tenant must send written notice of their intent to terminate within three days of the violation. If the agreement is terminated on this basis, the housing provider is required to return any security deposit and prepaid rent in accordance with the Chapter.
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Evanston, Ill., City Code § 5 § 5-3-12-5 establishes that a violation of Section 5-3-12-1—whether committed directly by a housing provider or by someone acting at their direction—can give a tenant the right to terminate the rental agreement on short notice. Compliant operators generally take care to ensure that all parties acting on their behalf also adhere to Section 5-3-12-1 requirements, since the conduct of agents or employees can trigger this termination right. When a termination under this provision occurs, housing providers are expected to promptly return the security deposit and any prepaid rent as required by the Chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Evanston, Ill., City Code § 5 § 5-3-12-5 gives tenants the right to terminate their rental agreement if their housing provider, or anyone acting at the housing provider's direction, violates Section 5-3-12-1—provided the tenant sends written notice of their intent to terminate within three days of the violation. Upon a valid termination under this provision, the housing provider is obligated to return the security deposit and prepaid rent in accordance with the Chapter. Tenants who believe this right applies to their situation may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid service to understand the general enforcement paths available to them.
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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