Hazel Crest — Ch. 14 Housing § 14-12
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The following sections of the International Property Maintenance Code, 2012, are hereby revised as follows: Section PM-101.1, Add: "Village of Hazel Crest" Section PM-104.3, Search Warrant in Absence of Consent: If the Building Official, after a reasonable attempt to obtain consent, does not receive consent to entry as described in Section PM-104.1 (Note, there is a strikethrough the second 4 here, once amended this section will read PM-104.1), the Building Official may seek, in the Circuit Court of Cook County, a search warrant. An owner, occupant or other person in charge of a dwelling or structure subject to the provisions of this Code, who is presented with a search warrant obtained pursuant to this Section, shall not refuse, impede, inhibit, interfere with, restrict or obstruct entry and free access to any part of the structure or premises where an inspection authorized by the search warrant is sought to be made. Section PM-106.4, Violation Penalties: Any person, firm or corporation who shall violate a provision of this Article or shall fail to comply with any of the requirements thereof, shall be guilty of an offense against the Village, punishable by a fine of not less than Fifty Dollars ($50.00) nor more than Seven Hundred Fifty Dollars ($750.00). Each day that a violation continues shall be deemed a separate offense. Section PM 111, Means of Appeal: Any person directly affected by a decision of the local adjudication official or a notice or order issued under this code shall have the right to file an appeal with the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, located at the 6th District, Cook County Courthouse, 16501 South Kedzie Ave, Markham, Illinois. Section PM-302.4, Weeds: All premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from weed or plant growth in excess of eight (8) inches. All noxious weeds shall be prohibited. Weeds shall be defined as all grasses, annual plants and vegetation, other than trees and shrubs, provided, however, this term shall not include cultivated flowers and gardens. PM-302.4.1, Dead Material: All premises and exterior property shall be maintained free from dead or damaged trees, bushes, shrubs or other lifeless vegetation. This would include cut as well as in-ground vegetation. Section PM-304.1.1.14, Exterior Covering: No plastic sheeting may be installed, attached or maintained on the exterior of any structure for insulation, weatherproofing or other purposes, except in the case of emergency temporary weatherproofing approved by the Fire Chief. Section PM-304.14, Add: "March 1st to October 1st." Section PM-302.9, Graffiti: The property owner shall take all necessary steps to remove any and all graffiti, or graffiti-like markings, on the exterior surface of any building or other structure. Section PM-602.3, Add: "September 1st to April 30th." Section PM-602.4, Add: "September 1st; to April 30." PM-605.5, Ground Fault Protection: Every habitable space in a dwelling shall contain at least two (2) separate and remote receptacle outlets. Every laundry area shall contain at least one (1) grounded type receptacle. Every bathroom shall contain at least one (1) receptacle. Every receptacle within six (6) feet of a plumbing fixture shall be provided with ground-fault protection. EXCEPTION: dedicated sump pump receptacles.
Hazel Crest Chapter 14, § 14-12 adopts and amends the 2012 International Property Maintenance Code with a series of local modifications. These amendments cover topics ranging from inspection search warrants and violation penalties to weed height limits, graffiti removal, plastic sheeting restrictions, seasonal heating and screen requirements, and electrical ground-fault protection standards. The changes tailor the baseline code to the Village's specific enforcement structure, timelines, and property conditions.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Hazel Crest Ch. 14 § 14-12, compliant property operators generally keep exterior vegetation trimmed below eight inches, promptly remove graffiti from building surfaces, avoid installing plastic sheeting as permanent weatherproofing, and ensure electrical receptacles near plumbing fixtures are ground-fault protected. Operators also cooperate with Building Official inspections and, if a valid search warrant is presented under the amended PM-104.3 process, do not impede or obstruct access to any part of the property. Violations can result in fines ranging from $50 to $750 per day, with each continuing day treated as a separate offense.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Hazel Crest Ch. 14 § 14-12 establishes property maintenance standards that apply to dwellings in the Village, including requirements for safe electrical outlets, weed control, and graffiti-free exteriors that can affect habitability and living conditions. Tenants who believe a property is not meeting these standards may note that the amended PM-111 provides a formal appeal path through the Clerk of the Circuit Court of Cook County, 6th District. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Cook County housing codes can help residents understand what options are generally available when a property appears to fall short of these requirements.
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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