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Freeburg — Ch. 29 Property Maintenance Policy § 29-1-52

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Verified 11/10/2026 · Next check 12/10/2026
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Operative Text

Freeburg — Ch. 29 Property Maintenance Policy § 29-1-52
(A) In the event the owner of the premises fails or refuses to comply with the order of the Village Board, the Village Board may direct the Village Attorney to commence court proceedings in accordance with 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1 to authorize the demolition or repair of the structure.
(B) The requirements and provisions of 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1 are incorporated herein by reference, shall be strictly complied with and shall supersede and take precedence over any provisions of this Code or ordinances which are in conflict therewith.
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Plain English

Freeburg Ch. 29 § 29-1-52 establishes what happens when a property owner does not follow a Village Board order regarding a structure's condition. Under this provision, the Village Board is authorized to direct its attorney to initiate court proceedings under Illinois state law (65 ILCS 5/11-31-1) to obtain judicial authorization for the demolition or repair of the non-compliant structure. The state statute's requirements are fully incorporated into this local code and take precedence over any conflicting local provisions.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under Freeburg Ch. 29 § 29-1-52, property owners who receive a Village Board order concerning a structure's condition are expected to act on that order in a timely manner. Failure or refusal to comply can trigger a referral to the Village Attorney to commence court proceedings seeking court-authorized demolition or repair under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1. Operators who maintain properties in compliance with Village Board directives generally avoid the escalation to judicial intervention that this section describes.

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

For Tenants

Freeburg Ch. 29 § 29-1-52 outlines an enforcement pathway that may be relevant to tenants living in structures subject to Village Board orders. When an owner fails to comply with such an order, the Village Board can pursue court proceedings under 65 ILCS 5/11-31-1 that could result in court-ordered repair or demolition of the structure. Tenants who believe a property is subject to an unaddressed Village Board order may consider contacting the Village directly, reviewing public records of outstanding orders, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand what options may be available.

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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References Out

Rules and statutes cited by this regulation

65 ILCS 5
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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

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Related Rules

§ 244.260
Compliance required
§ 14.567
ADOPTED BY REFERENCE
§ 244.340
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