Harvey, Ill., Mun. Code title 17 § 17-80-010
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This title shall apply to and govern every lease or renewal thereof for a "rental unit" as defined herein, within the city entered on or after January 15, 2004. ( Ord. 3122 § 1 (part), 2004 )
Harvey, Ill., Mun. Code title 17 § 17-80-010 establishes when the city's rental regulations take effect. The rules apply to every lease or lease renewal for a qualifying rental unit within Harvey that was entered into on or after January 15, 2004. Agreements signed before that date are not governed by this title, but any renewal executed on or after that date would fall under its coverage.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 17-80-010, property owners and managers in Harvey should be aware that any lease or renewal agreement for a covered rental unit signed on or after January 15, 2004, is subject to the requirements of title 17. Compliant operators generally review whether each tenancy—including renewals of older agreements—falls within this effective date. Keeping clear records of lease execution dates helps demonstrate whether a given tenancy is governed by the ordinance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 17-80-010 means that if you signed or renewed a lease for a Harvey rental unit on or after January 15, 2004, the protections established in title 17 generally apply to your tenancy. Tenants who believe their landlord is not complying with the ordinance may raise the applicability of this provision as relevant context when filing a complaint or seeking assistance. Local tenant-rights organizations familiar with Harvey's municipal code can help clarify whether a specific lease falls within the ordinance's scope.
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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