Orland Park Title 5 Ch. 8 Rental Housing § 5-8-4-5
TENANT RESPONSIBILITIES
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Every tenant of a Rental Unit shall keep in a clean and sanitary condition that portion of the premises, both interior and exterior, that the tenant occupies uses, shares or controls. Every tenant shall insure that his/her trash, garbage and other refuse is stored and disposed of in a clean and sanitary manner. 1 No tenant either by negligence or abuse shall create or contribute to the creation of any violation of this Code. 2 No tenant shall create or permit to be created by others any noise, smoke, vibration, fumes, vapor, glare, odor or dust within that portion of the premises that the tenant occupies, uses or controls which interferes with the reasonable use and enjoyment of other Rental Residential Units on a Rental Residential Property or of nearby properties. 3 No tenant shall store flammable or hazardous materials or devices in such quantities or in such a manner as to create a fire, health, or other hazard to the premises or other persons. 4 Vehicles are to be parked or driven on improved parking areas or driveways only without blocking public access to sidewalks or roadways. 5. In a common area, patio, balcony, hallway, stairwell, or in any living areas, a person shall not store or accumulate a motorcycle, moped, gasoline powered lawnmower, or other similar equipment which may contain a hazardous material including, without limitation, gasoline. These areas may not be used as storage areas. 6. Accumulate and store building materials, lumber, boxes, cartons, scrap metal, machinery, junk, flammable or hazardous materials, excessive clothing, furniture, supplies, large amount of packed containers or devices in such quantities or in such a manner as to create a fire, health or other hazard to the premises or persons residing therein. (Amd. Ord. 5486, 3-2-20) (Entire Section Ord. 4448, 1-19-09; Amd. Ord. 4959, 1-9-15)
Orland Park Title 5 Ch. 8 § 5-8-4-5 establishes a set of cleanliness, safety, and conduct responsibilities that apply to tenants in rental housing. Tenants are required to maintain their occupied spaces in a sanitary condition, properly dispose of refuse, and avoid creating conditions that could harm other residents or nearby properties. The provision also prohibits storing hazardous or flammable materials unsafely, causing disruptive nuisances, and using common areas or living spaces as storage for certain equipment or accumulated materials.
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Under Orland Park Title 5 Ch. 8 § 5-8-4-5, compliant rental operators typically incorporate these tenant responsibility standards directly into their lease agreements so that expectations around cleanliness, refuse disposal, noise, hazardous materials, and parking are clearly communicated from the outset. Property managers generally conduct periodic inspections of common areas, patios, hallways, and stairwells to confirm that prohibited items such as gasoline-powered equipment or accumulated building materials are not being stored there. Documenting any observed violations and following the applicable notice procedures under Orland Park's rental housing code is a practice commonly associated with maintaining a compliant property.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Orland Park Title 5 Ch. 8 § 5-8-4-5 outlines the responsibilities tenants hold for keeping their units and shared spaces clean, safe, and free of hazardous conditions. Tenants who believe a landlord is attempting to hold them responsible for a condition they did not cause or contribute to may find this provision relevant, as it limits tenant liability to negligence or abuse on their own part. Tenants with questions about how these responsibilities apply to their situation may consider reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization or consulting the Village of Orland Park's housing department for guidance.
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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