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Evanston, Ill., City Code § 5 § 5-5-13

PENALTY (Evanston Housing Regulations)

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Operative Text

Evanston, Ill., City Code § 5 § 5-5-13
Any person violating the provisions of this Chapter shall be fined not less than one hundred dollars ($100.00) nor more than five hundred dollars ($500.00) for each such offense. Every day a violation continues may be deemed a separate offense by appropriate finding.
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Plain English

Under Evanston, Ill., City Code § 5 § 5-5-13, anyone who violates the housing chapter's requirements faces a fine ranging from $100 to $500 for each offense. Importantly, each day that a violation continues can be treated as a separate offense, meaning fines can accumulate over time. This penalty structure applies to any person found to be in violation, regardless of their role.

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For Property Managers

Evanston, Ill., City Code § 5 § 5-5-13 establishes that property owners and managers who fail to comply with the chapter's requirements may face fines between $100 and $500 per offense. Because each day of a continuing violation can be counted separately, operators who maintain compliance records and promptly address any identified issues generally limit their exposure to compounding penalties. Documenting corrective actions and timelines is a practice commonly associated with compliant property management under this provision.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Evanston, Ill., City Code § 5 § 5-5-13 provides an enforcement mechanism that may benefit tenants when landlords are not meeting their obligations under the chapter. Because fines can accumulate on a per-day basis, ongoing violations may carry significant financial consequences for non-compliant landlords. Tenants who believe a violation is occurring may consider contacting the City of Evanston's code enforcement office, consulting a local tenant-rights organization, or raising the violation as a defense in relevant proceedings.

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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