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Leases and Subleases (City of Chicago)

Does every tenant have a lease agreement?
Yes. It may be a written lease or an oral (unwritten) lease.

What is the advantage of a...

Moving In: Your Rights (City of Chicago)


Does my landlord have to give me him/her or anyone else's name, address and telephone number when I move into the apartment?

Yes. Your landlord...

Building Security and Locks (City of Chicago)

What kinds of locks must be on the front and rear doors of my building?
The front and rear entrance doors to the building should each have a...

Tenant Responsibilities (City of Chicago)

As a tenant, what am I required to do?

  • Throw out your trash in a clean and safe manner;
  • Use all fixtures (such as lights and ceiling...

Heat and Other Essential Services for Renters (City of Chicago)

What are essential services?
Heat, running water, hot water, electricity, gas,and plumbing.

Who is responsible for paying for...

Apartment Conditions and Repairs (City of Chicago)

What is my landlord responsible for?
Your landlord has a duty to keep your apartment in good shape and make all necessary repairs. If she fails to...

Dealing with Bedbugs

If tenants find themselves facing a bedbug infestation, the first step is to get tenants to realize it is not their fault or a sign of being dirty. Infestations need to be...

Moving Out: Your Rights and Responsibilities (City of Chicago)

Do I have to tell my landlord I am moving if I have a written lease?
No. Your lease sets forth the date on which it ends, and you are supposed to...

Asthma and Your Apartment

What is asthma?
Asthma is a chronic disease of the lungs that makes it very difficult to breathe. The small and medium airways swell and fill with...

Preventing Lead Poisoning

What is lead poisoning?
Lead is a poison that impacts everyone, especially children ages 6 years and younger. Lead can harm brain, nerves, kidneys...