Summit — Ch. 7-13 Fair Housing § 7-13-6
Notice Of Conviction
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The Village Attorney or other designated legal representative shall file with the Department of Financial and Professional Regulation of the State of Illinois a notice of the conviction of any licensed real estate broker or salesperson found guilty of violating this chapter. (Ord. 17-O-11, 5-15-2017)
Under Summit's Fair Housing ordinance, Section 7-13-6 establishes a mandatory reporting mechanism: whenever a licensed real estate broker or salesperson is convicted of violating the chapter's fair housing provisions, the Village Attorney or another designated legal representative must notify the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation of that conviction. This requirement ensures that the state licensing authority is informed of professional misconduct at the local level. The provision creates a direct link between local fair housing enforcement and state-level professional licensing oversight.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Real estate brokers and salespersons operating in Summit should be aware that Section 7-13-6 creates a formal pipeline between local fair housing violations and state licensing authorities. A conviction under Chapter 7-13 does not stay within the local court system — it is reported to the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, which oversees professional licenses. Compliant operators generally ensure that all agents and staff are trained on fair housing obligations to avoid conduct that could trigger both a local conviction and a state licensing review.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 7-13-6 of Summit's Fair Housing ordinance provides tenants with an important assurance: if a licensed real estate broker or salesperson is convicted of violating the local fair housing chapter, the Village Attorney is required to report that conviction to the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation. This means a fair housing violation can have consequences beyond the local level, potentially affecting the professional license of the person who wronged you. Tenants who believe they have experienced a fair housing violation may consider contacting the Village of Summit, a local fair housing organization, or a tenant-rights group to understand what reporting and enforcement options exist under Chapter 7-13.
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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