Oak Park Title 12 Residential Rental Licensing (Arts. 2, 4, 6) § 12-6-15
RIGHTS AND REMEDIES UNDER OTHER LAWS
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To the extent that this article provides no rights or remedies in a circumstance, the rights and remedies available to landlords and tenants under the laws of the State of Illinois or other applicable law, including a provision of this Code, shall remain applicable. (Ord. 21-60, 7-19-2021)
Oak Park Title 12 § 12-6-15 establishes that the local residential rental licensing article does not displace or override existing legal protections. Wherever the article is silent or does not address a particular situation, Illinois state law and any other applicable law — including other provisions of the Oak Park Village Code — continue to apply in full. This provision functions as a savings clause, ensuring that gaps in the local article do not leave landlords or tenants without legal recourse.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 12-6-15, compliant operators recognize that Oak Park's residential rental licensing article is not the only source of governing rules. When a situation arises that the local article does not specifically address, property owners and managers generally look to Illinois state law and other applicable Oak Park Code provisions to understand their obligations. Staying informed about the broader legal framework — not just the local licensing article — is a hallmark of responsible property management.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-6-15 preserves tenants' rights under Illinois state law and other applicable laws even when Oak Park's local rental licensing article does not speak to a particular issue. This means that protections available under state landlord-tenant statutes or other Oak Park Code provisions remain in effect and may be raised as rights or defenses in relevant proceedings. Tenants who believe their situation falls into a gap in the local article may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid resource to understand what state or other local protections might apply.
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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