Mascoutah — Ch. 13 Fair Housing Code § 13-1-27

Fines

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Operative Text

Mascoutah — Ch. 13 Fair Housing Code § 13-1-27
Any person who violates any provision of this Code shall be subject to a fine as provided in section 1-1-20 . State Law reference-- See ILCS Sec. 5/11-11.1-1.
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Plain English

Section 13-1-27 of Mascoutah's Fair Housing Code establishes that any person who violates any part of the Fair Housing Code is subject to a fine, with the specific fine amount determined by reference to the City's general penalty provision at section 1-1-20. The provision also cross-references Illinois state law under ILCS Sec. 5/11-11.1-1, which governs municipal fair housing enforcement authority. In short, violations of the Fair Housing Code carry a monetary penalty set elsewhere in the municipal code.

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For Property Managers

Property owners and managers operating in Mascoutah should be aware that any breach of the Fair Housing Code, as addressed in § 13-1-27, can result in a fine calculated under the City's general penalty schedule at section 1-1-20. Compliant operators typically maintain non-discriminatory policies, train staff on fair housing obligations, and document their practices to demonstrate adherence to the Code. Staying current with both the local ordinance and the referenced Illinois state law (ILCS Sec. 5/11-11.1-1) is a common practice among operators seeking to avoid violations.

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

For Tenants

Under § 13-1-27 of Mascoutah's Fair Housing Code, tenants who believe a landlord or other party has violated the Code may have grounds to pursue a complaint that could result in fines being imposed on the violating party under section 1-1-20. General enforcement paths can include filing a complaint with the City of Mascoutah, contacting the Illinois Department of Human Rights, or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization for guidance. Consulting with a fair housing advocate or attorney familiar with ILCS Sec. 5/11-11.1-1 can help clarify 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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IL Muni § 1-1-20
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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

IL Muni § 13-1-24
IL Muni § 13-1-27
IL Muni § 13-1-24
IL Muni § 13-1-2

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