Lansing — Ch. 16 Art. XIII Lansing Rental Housing Program § 16-613
License required
Operative Text
No person, firm, corporation or business entity, condominium, townhouse or homeowners' association shall engage in the business of renting any dwelling unit to the public, including the rental of a single family residence, rental dwelling or dwelling unit, rooming house or rooming unit, and including any residential real property that is not owner occupied, unless a valid residential rental license has been issued by the village clerk to the owner for the specific location. This licensing requirement shall not apply to group homes governed by the Specialized Living Centers Act, 405 ILCS 25/1 et seq., dealing with the developmentally disabled, or other similar uses governed by state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
Section 16-613 of Lansing's Rental Housing Program establishes that any dwelling unit offered for rent to the public — including single-family homes, rooming houses, and non-owner-occupied residential properties — must be covered by a valid residential rental license issued by the village clerk for that specific address. The requirement applies broadly to individuals, corporations, associations, and similar entities. An exception exists for group homes for people with developmental disabilities regulated under the Specialized Living Centers Act (405 ILCS 25/1 et seq.) and comparable uses governed by state or federal law.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 16-613, compliant rental operators in Lansing obtain a valid residential rental license from the village clerk before placing any dwelling unit — whether a single-family home, rooming unit, or non-owner-occupied property — on the rental market. The license is tied to a specific location, so operators generally secure a separate license for each rental address they manage. Landlords typically verify that their license remains current and on file before executing new leases or continuing existing tenancies.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 16-613 gives tenants a basis to check whether their landlord holds a valid residential rental license issued by the Lansing village clerk for the specific address where they live. If a unit is being rented without the required license, tenants may raise that violation when dealing with housing authorities or, in some cases, as a defense in legal proceedings. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Lansing's Rental Housing Program can help residents understand what options are generally available when a landlord is operating without the license required by § 16-613.
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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