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Highland Park — Title XVII Ch. 174 Property Maintenance and Housing Code § 174.205

Inspection of premises

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

Highland Park — Title XVII Ch. 174 Property Maintenance and Housing Code § 174.205
(A) At the time of filing the application for a Boarding/Lodging House license, the applicant shall also authorize the Building Official or his designee to make an inspection of the building to be operated as a Boarding or Lodging House to determine whether the property is in compliance with the applicable ordinances of the City of Highland Park.
(B) An applicant found to be in violation of the ordinances of the City shall be denied a Boarding/Lodging House license and prohibited from operating a Boarding or Lodging House until all violations have been corrected.
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Plain English

Highland Park Title XVII Ch. 174 § 174.205 establishes that anyone seeking a Boarding/Lodging House license must consent to a building inspection as part of the application process. The Building Official or a designated representative conducts the inspection to verify compliance with applicable city ordinances. If violations are found, the license is denied and operation of the boarding or lodging house is prohibited until all violations are resolved.

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For Property Managers

Under § 174.205, operators seeking a Boarding/Lodging House license in Highland Park should expect that submitting an application automatically triggers authorization for a building inspection by the Building Official or designee. Compliant operators generally ensure their property meets all applicable city ordinances before filing, since any discovered violations will result in license denial and a prohibition on operating. Addressing maintenance and code issues proactively before the application stage is a common practice among operators who successfully obtain licensure.

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

For Tenants

Section 174.205 of Highland Park's Property Maintenance and Housing Code provides a layer of protection for residents of boarding and lodging houses by requiring that these properties pass a city inspection before a license is granted. If a boarding or lodging house is operating without a valid license, or if a license was denied due to unresolved violations, tenants may have grounds to raise that status as a concern with the Building Official. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Highland Park's municipal code can help residents understand what options may be available when a property's compliance status is in question.

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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Related Rules

§ 14.544
LICENSE REQUIREMENTS
§ 14.545
STANDARDS FOR HEALTH, SAFETY AND NUISANCE PREVENTION
§ 14.546
SANCTIONS AND PENALTIES

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