MAINSTREET ORGANIZATION OF REALTORS® COOK COUNTY

MAINSTREET ORGANIZATION OF REALTORS

COOK COUNTY RESIDENTIAL LEASE

2021 © Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS

2021

PLEASE REVIEW PRIOR TO COMPLETING LEASE.

1. This lease is up to date with Cook County and Illinois law for 2021.

2. The attached lease is in a fillable PDF format to aid in its use.

3. The lease must be used in its entirety. Mandatory attachments for all leases must include:

o Cook County Renter’s Rights and Landlord Protections Summary

o Environmental Protection Pamphlet and bed bug prevention, detection and control

When applicable, additional attachments might include:

o For properties built prior to 1978, lead based paint pamphlet and disclosure

o Disclosure of Radon Hazards, if elevated radon known is at or above 4.0 pCi/L, not previously mitigated

o Exhibit A: Landlord Exemption Notice Disclosure

o Exhibit C: Move-in Fee Disclosure

o Exhibit K: Code Violations

4. Fill in each blank. If not applicable, use “N/A” or in the case of no security deposit, use “None”.

5. There are significant rules governing security deposits and “move-in-move-out” fees, notices as well as many nuanced

notice requirements, which require compliance by Tenants and Landlords. Landlord is advised to seek legal advice prior

to accepting a security deposit.

6. Users should refer to resource materials published by Illinois REALTORS

in addition to those materials and tutorials

disseminated by the Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS

prior to completing this Lease form.

7. Properties exempt from the regulations and provision of the RTLO are identified in Exhibit A: Landlord Exemption

Notice and Disclosure.

8. This lease does not encompass all of the rights and remedies afforded the parties thereto that are contained in the Cook

County Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance. See the Ordinance for further details. The Mainstreet Organization

of REALTORS

suggests that the parties to this lease consult with legal counsel before becoming contractually

obligated hereunder.

9. Additional Illinois REALTORS

Forms Available Applicable to the Cook County Residential Tenant Landlord

Ordinance:

Exhibit A: Landlord Exemption Notice Disclosure

Exhibit B: Prohibited Provisions / Lease Agreements [

OMITTED; CONTAINED IN #10 BELOW]

Exhibit C: Move-in Fee Disclosure

Exhibit D: Utility Cost Disclosures [

OMITTED; CONTAINED IN PARAGRAPH 18 OF LEASE]

Exhibit E: 60-Day Lease Termination Disclosure

Exhibit F: Bug Bed Remediation Disclosure

Exhibit G: Copy of RTLO Summary Disclosure [

OMITTED; CONTAINED IN PAGE 2, LINE 35 OF LEASE]

Exhibit H: Security Deposit Financial Institution Disclosure [

OMITTED; CONTAINED AT THE TOP OF PAGE 1 OF LEASE]

Exhibit I: Security Deposit Financial Institution Transfer Disclosure

Exhibit J: Foreclosure Disclosure

Exhibit K: Code Violations Disclosure

Exhibit L: Change of Ownership, Management, Agent Disclosure

MAINSTREET ORGANIZATION OF REALTORS

COOK COUNTY RESIDENTIAL LEASE

2021 © Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS

2021

10. Cook County RTLO Prohibited Provisions (the following may not be included in any lease subject to the Ordinance):

a) Agreement to waive or to forego rights or remedies under this Article, Illinois state law, or federal law;

b) Authorization of a confession of judgment, or any entry of a judgment by a court without written notice or a trial,

for any claim, including but not limited to debts, liabilities, damages, and obligations, arising out of the rental

agreement;

c) Agreement to a waiver of: any written termination of tenancy notice or manner of service thereof provided under

state law or this Article, summons, copy of complaint, petition, right to notice, motion, entry of appearance, or other

documents from the court as established through judicial process in the manner provided by the Illinois Code of

Civil Procedure, 735 ILCS 5/2-201, et seq., or any action, regardless of good cause or cost;

d) Agreement to a non-disparagement clause that limits any written or oral statements, remarks, or other

communications to be made by tenants regarding the landlord, property, management, staff, officers, directors,

representatives, investors, shareholders, administrators, affiliates, employees, affiliated corporations, divisions, or

subsidiaries, whether they are public or private, or direct or indirect statements;

e) Agreement to the limitation of any liability of the tenant or landlord arising under law or to indemnify the tenant or

landlord for any liability or the costs connected therewith;

f) Agreement to waive the right of any party to a trial by jury;

g) Agreement that in the event of a lawsuit arising out of the tenancy the tenant will pay the landlord's attorney's fees

except as provided for by court rules, statute or Ordinance. This paragraph shall also apply to a mobile home owner

who rents a manufactured home lot in a mobile home park. The terms “tenant”, “manufactured home” or “mobile

home,” “lot,” and “mobile home park,” are defined or used in the Mobile Home Landlord and Tenant Rights Act,

765 ILCS 745 et seq.;

h) Agreement that either party may cancel or terminate a rental agreement at a different time or within a shorter time

period than the other party, unless such provision is disclosed in a separate written notice;

i) Agreement that a tenant shall pay a charge, fee or penalty in excess of $10.00 per month for the first $1,000.00 in

monthly rent plus five (5) percent per month for any amount in excess of $1,000.00 in monthly rent for the late

payment of rent. This paragraph shall also apply to a mobile homeowner who, rents a manufactured home lot in a

mobile home park. The terms “tenant”, “manufactured home” or “mobile home,” “lot,” and “mobile home park,”

are defined or used in the Mobile Home Landlord and Tenant Rights Act, 765 ILCS 745 et seq.;

j) Agreement that a tenant shall receive a discount in excess of $10.00 per month for the first $1,000.00 in monthly

rent plus five (5) percent per month for any amount in excess of $1,000.00 in monthly rent if the tenant pays rent

before a specified date or within a specified time period in the month;

k) Agreement that a landlord may apply rent payments to a charge other than rent, including but not limited to utilities,

fines, late fees or other charges;

l) Agreement that the landlord shall not impose a fee in excess of the reasonable cost of that expense, including, but

not limited to, credit-check fees and move-in fees. A landlord shall not rename a fee or charge to avoid application

of this prohibition.

Section 42-804 (F)

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COOK COUNTY RESIDENTIAL LEASE

For Apartments, Condominium Units, Single Family Homes, and Townhomes

(See exhibits for list of living arrangements not covered)

NOT TO BE USED FOR CHICAGO PROPERTY;

OTHER COMMUNITIES MAY IMPOSE ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

CHECK APPLICABLE MUNICIPALITY

Intended to be a Binding Contract

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Term of

Monthly Rent

Security Deposit (if any)

Lease Beginning Date

Lease Ending Date & Time

Illinois Financial Institution (Name and Address)* where any

Security Deposit shall be or is held (if any):

*If during the pendency of the Lease, Landlord transfers the security deposit from one financial institution to another, Landlord shall notify Tenant

in writing of the name and address of the new financial institution within 14 days of the transfer or within a reasonable time, given all circumstances.

Leased Premises Address:

Identification of Tenant(s):

Date of Birth*

Landlord(s) or Authorized Management Agent:

Name(s):

Address:

Telephone:

Email:

*If required by municipal ordinance.

[CHECK IF APPLICABLE]



(TENANT NAME)

is a real estate licensee in the State of Illinois.

[CHECK IF APPLICABLE]



(LANDLORD NAME)

is a real estate licensee in the State of Illinois and has direct or

indirect interest in the Premises.

Name(s) of Persons Authorized to Occupy Premises:

Person Authorized to Act on Behalf of Owner for the Purpose of

Service of Process and Accepting Notices:

Name:

Address:

Telephone:

The individual occupancy of the dwelling unit may not be changed without an amendment to the existing rental agreement reflecting 1

the change in occupancy and shall in no case exceed the maximum occupancy permitted elsewhere in the Municipal Code for that size 2

unit. 3

For valuable consideration, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, Landlord(s) agrees to lease to Tenant(s) and 4

Tenant(s) agree to lease the Premises from Landlord(s) for use as a private dwelling, and for no purpose not permitted by the 5

Cook County Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance, together with all fixtures and personal property, listed below (if any) 6

in the Premises, for the above Term of Lease, subject to all the terms and conditions of the Lease. Along with the dwelling unit 7

described herein, the premises include the following

[CHECK ALL THAT APPLY]

: 8

 Parking space(s) (Identified as and containing parking space(s)). 9

 Garage (Identified as and containing parking space(s) and transmitter(s)). 10

 Refrigerator  Oven/Range/Stove  Microwave  Dishwasher  Washer  Dryer  Window Air Conditioner(s) (# ) 11

 Storage Locker (Identified as )  Other (description: ) 12

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Pets  are  are not permitted under this Lease. If pets are permitted, such permission is limited as follows: 13

type/breed: weight: number of: . Further, the following 14

additional conditions apply (pet deposit/rent): .

The following are incorporated into this Lease when indicated

Non-Refundable Move-In Fee (if any):

[ATTACH MOVE-IN FEE DISCLOSURE]

Landlord’s Property Insurer (Required for properties with 4 units or more):

[NAME, ADDRESS, AND PHONE OF HOMEOWNER INSURANCE COMPANY]

Tenant’s Property Insurer:

[NAME, ADDRESS, AND PHONE OF HOMEOWNER INSURANCE COMPANY]

Additional Agreements and Covenants:

NOTE: This is a form lease prepared by the Mainstreet Organization of REALTORS

and is not specific to the legal requirements of 16

all municipalities in Cook County. The applicable laws and regulations for residential leases frequently change and differ between 17

municipalities. It is important that you consult with an attorney prior to using this lease. 18

Tenant Acknowledgement 19

Lead-Based Paint and Radon Disclosures: [SEPARATE DOCUMENTS] Lead-Based Paint Hazard Disclosure and Protect Your Family 20

From Lead in Your Home Pamphlet (if property built prior to 1978):  Both Attached Separately  Not Applicable 21

Disclosure of Radon Hazards:  Attached Separately  Not Applicable 22

The Tenant acknowledges receiving and separately executing the above applicable document(s). 23

Tenant Acknowledgement 24

Notice of Conditions Affecting Habitability: 25

 None Known 26

 See Attached 27

Tenant hereby acknowledges that Landlord has disclosed any code violations, code enforcements litigation and/or compliance board 28

proceedings during the previous twelve (12) months for the Premises and common areas and any notice of intent to terminate utility 29

service, copies of which, if any, are attached to this Lease. 30

Tenant Acknowledgement 31

Tenant hereby acknowledges receipt of the following: 32

 Written Notice of Building Code Violation(s) (if any); 33

 Environmental Protection Agency Pamphlet on bed bug prevention, detection and control; 34

 Cook County Renter’s Rights and Landlord Protections summary pamphlet; 35

 Security Deposit Receipt (if applicable); 36

 Homeowners Association Rules & Regulations (if applicable). 37

Tenant Acknowledgement 38

Confirmation of Dual Agency: [IF APPLICABLE] Only complete if Licensee is acting as a Dual Agent. Landlord and Tenant confirm 39

that they have previously consented and agreed to (“Licensee”) acting as a Dual Agent in

providing brokerage services on their behalf and specifically consent to Licensee acting as a Dual Agent in regard to the transaction 41

referred to in this Lease. [

INITIAL ONLY IF APPLICABLE] 42

Landlord Acknowledgement Tenant Acknowledgement 43

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LEASE COVENANTS AND AGREEMENTS 44

1. APPLICATION: Tenant covenants that all representations made in the Application for this Lease are incorporated into this Lease 45

and made a part of it. Tenant covenants that all information contained in the Application is true and that this information was given as 46

an inducement for Landlord to enter into this Lease, and therefore constitutes a material covenant. 47

Tenant Acknowledgement 48

2. TENANT INSPECTION PRIOR TO OCCUPANCY - BUILDING CODE VIOLATIONS: Tenant has inspected the Premises 49

and all common areas of the property to which Tenant has lawful access during the Lease Term, and is satisfied with their general 50

condition and appearance. Tenant further acknowledges that attached hereto are copies, if any, of notices received from the County of 51

Cook or applicable municipality during utility services. Tenant acknowledges that the Premises are in good repair, except as specified 52

below, and that no representations as to the condition or repair thereof have been made by the Landlord, or Landlord’s Designated 53

Agent, prior to or at the Date of Acceptance of this Lease, that are not herein expressed. DEFECTS (if any)

Landlord Acknowledgement Tenant Acknowledgement 56

3. TENANT RESPONSIBILITY REGARDING BED BUG INFESTATION: Tenant shall be responsible for all requirements and 57

obligations set forth in any applicable municipal or Cook County ordinance deemed “Tenant responsibility” and shall be liable for any 58

and all damages which may occur as a result of Tenant’s failure to strictly abide by any requirement as set forth in any applicable 59

municipal or Cook County ordinance concerning any infestation. In the event that an infestation of bed bugs is detected in the Premises 60

the Tenant is to notify the Landlord within forty-eight (48) hours of finding bed bugs and Landlord shall within ten (10) days after (a) a 61

bed bug is found or reasonably suspected anywhere in the Premises or (b) being notified in writing by Tenant of a known or reasonably 62

suspected bed bug infestation in the Premises, provide pest control services by a pest management professional until no evidence of bed 63

bugs can be found and verified. 64

Tenant Acknowledgement 65

4. THE RENT: All rent shall be due as of the day of each month, (if blank, then the first day of each month). Unless otherwise 66

agreed in writing, rent shall be uniformly apportioned from day to day. 67

5. LATE FEE: The Monthly Rent shall be automatically increased $10, plus 5% of the amount by which the Monthly Rent exceeds 68

$1,000, as additional rent, if received by Landlord more than five (5) days after the due date in the month in which it is due. 69

6. RETURNED BANK ITEMS: If any check or other bank instrument tendered for payment of any Tenant obligation hereunder is 70

returned for insufficient funds, Tenant shall pay Landlord a $ fee as additional rent, which fee shall not exceed Landlord’s

actual cost incurred for such check or instrument returned for insufficient funds. Landlord shall further have the right to demand that 72

any such returned item be replaced by a cashier’s check or money order. If Tenant tenders more than two checks or bank drafts during 73

the term of this Lease which are returned for insufficient funds, Landlord shall have the right to demand that all future obligations 74

hereunder be paid by cashier’s check or money order. 75

7. POSSESSION: Landlord will tender possession of Premises not later than the beginning date of this Lease. Possession shall be 76

deemed to have been given when Landlord delivers to Tenant the keys for the vacant Premises. If Landlord does not deliver possession 77

of the Premises to Tenant as stipulated herein, Tenant may cancel and terminate this Lease, with written notice to Landlord. In this 78

instance, neither party will be liable to the other and any sums paid by Tenant under this Lease will be refunded within forty-eight (48) 79

hours or Tenant may elect to demand performance of this Lease, in which case Tenant may maintain an action for possession of the 80

Premises against Landlord or any person wrongfully in possession thereof, and recover damages sustained by Tenant. If Tenant accepts 81

late delivery of the Premises, then the rent will be reduced on a pro-rated daily basis for that monthly term from the date of actual 82

possession. The term of this Lease will not be extended by any such late delivery. 83

8. SECURITY DEPOSIT: [

IF APPLICABLE] If Landlord has accepted a Security Deposit to insure Tenant’s specific performance of 84

each and every agreement, covenant, rule and obligation contained in this Lease, Landlord shall have the right, but not the obligation, 85

to use the Security Deposit in whole or part, as a setoff against any default, either in payment of rent or other breach, which results in 86

any loss to Landlord. If Tenant has complied with all obligations under this Lease, Landlord shall, within thirty (30) days after Tenant 87

vacates the Premises, refund the Security Deposit. The Security Deposit shall be held in a Federally Insured account in a bank, savings 88

and loan association, or other financial institution located in the State of Illinois. Interest on the Security Deposit need not be paid unless 89

required by state law or local ordinance. The Security Deposit shall not be allocated by Tenant toward payment of rent. Upon termination 90

of the tenancy, in the case of damage to the Premises, Landlord may deduct from the Security Deposit any reasonable amount necessary 91

to repair any damage caused to the Premises by Tenant (reasonable wear and tear excepted). Landlord shall deliver or mail to Tenant’s 92

last known address, within thirty (30) days, an itemized statement of the damages allegedly caused to the Premises and the estimated or 93

actual cost for repairing or replacing each item on the statement, attaching copies of the paid receipts for the repair or replacement; if 94

the estimated cost is provided, Landlord shall provide Tenant with copies of paid receipts, or a certification of actual costs of repairs if 95

the work was performed by Landlord’s employees, not more than thirty (30) days from the date the statement showing estimated costs 96

was provided to Tenant. 97

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The amount of the Security Deposit shall not exceed one and one-half times the amount of the monthly rent. If the amount of the Security 98

Deposit exceeds one month’s rent, Tenant shall have not less than six (6) months to pay, in a lump sum or in equal installments, such 99

portion of the Security Deposit which exceeds one month’s rent. Tenant shall be provided a receipt for such lump sum payment or for 100

each installment payment of such excess Security Deposit. 101

9. USE OF PREMISES: The Premises shall be occupied exclusively for residential purposes by Tenant and the other persons 102

specifically listed in the Application and any children who may be born to or in the legal custody of Tenant during the Lease term. 103

Unless agreed to in writing by Landlord, no person may occupy the Premises for more than a single two week period, during any single 104

year of the Lease term unless listed in the Application. Neither Tenant nor any person in legal occupancy of the Premises shall perform 105

or permit any practice which could cause damage to the reputation of the building or Landlord, be injurious thereto, illegal, immoral, or 106

increase the rate of insurance on the property. At no time during the Term of this Lease shall more persons reside in the Premises than 107

would be permitted by the applicable building and/or zoning codes for the County of Cook or the applicable municipality. 108

Use of Premises as a Shared Housing Unit (defined as “a dwelling unit containing six (6) or fewer sleeping rooms that is rented, or any 109

portion therein is rented, for transient occupancy by guests”)

[

CHECK ONE]: 110

Shared Housing Units, short-term rentals, or rooms for rent  ARE ALLOWED  ARE NOT ALLOWED under this Lease. 111

Tenant Acknowledgement 112

10. TENANT MAINTENANCE OBLIGATIONS: Tenant shall maintain the Premises in a clean, presentable and safe condition at 113

all times and in accordance with all health, safety and building code regulations. At the termination of this Lease and upon surrender of 114

the Premises, all fixtures, appliances and personal property of Landlord shall be in the same condition as they were on the Lease 115

Beginning Date, normal wear and tear excepted. Landlord may at its sole option use all or part of the Security Deposit (if any) to repair 116

and/or replace any damage to Landlord’s property caused by negligent or intentional acts of Tenant, occupants, visitors, or guests or 117

failure to inform Landlord of repairs necessary to prevent damage to the Premises. 118

11. SUBLEASE: Tenant shall not sublease any portion of the Premises without the prior written consent of Landlord, which shall not 119

be unreasonably withheld. Landlord may require Tenant to enter a formal written sublease agreement. Any sublease of the Premises 120

shall not release Tenant from Tenant’s obligation hereunder, until the full, specific performance and satisfaction of each and every 121

agreement, covenant and obligation hereunder. Tenant shall be liable for any monetary and non-monetary breaches of this Lease caused 122

by Tenant’s subtenant. 123

12. ASSIGNMENT: Tenant shall not assign this Lease without the prior written consent of Landlord. 124

13. NO ALTERATIONS: Tenant shall not make or cause to be made any alteration or addition to the Premises, without the prior 125

written consent of Landlord, and shall under no circumstances install any additional lock or security device to the Premises or the 126

property which could impair Landlord’s access. 127

14. RIGHT OF ACCESS BY LANDLORD: Tenant shall permit reasonable access to Landlord, and any of Landlord’s invitees, 128

agents, or contractors, in accordance with local statues and ordinances, upon receiving 2 days’ notice by mail, telephone, written notice 129

or other means of Notice as defined in Paragraph 21 below designed in good faith to provide notice. Landlord shall have immediate 130

access to the Premises in case of emergency and where repairs or maintenance elsewhere in the building unexpectedly require such 131

access. Landlord shall give Tenant notice of such entry within two (2) days after such entry. 132

15. RIGHT OF ACCESS TO SHOW PREMISES TO PROSPECTIVE TENANTS AND PURCHASERS: Landlord shall have 133

the right to show the Premises to all prospective Tenants and purchasers, and any of Landlord’s other invitees, in accordance with local 134

statutes and/ordinances. Tenant shall permit reasonable access to Landlord upon receiving two (2) days’ notice by mail, telephone, 135

written notice or other means of Notice as defined in Paragraph 21 below designed in good faith to provide notice. With such notice, 136

Landlord shall also have the right to access the Premises to take photographs/video of the Premises for marketing purposes. Tenant shall 137

be liable for any damages caused to Landlord for failure to cooperate under this provision. Tenant shall not interfere with Landlord’s 138

efforts to lease, market, or sell the Premises, and Tenant shall be liable for any damages caused by breach of this provision. 139

16. HOLDING OVER: Tenant shall be liable for double the Monthly Rent in the event that Tenant retains possession of all or any 140

part of the Premises after the Ending Date of this Lease. Landlord may at its sole option, upon written notice to Tenant, create a month 141

to month tenancy between Landlord and Tenant under the same terms and conditions of this Lease. Additionally, if Tenant retains 142

possession of all or any part of the Premises after the Ending Date of this Lease and pays less than double the Monthly Rent and Landlord 143

accepts payment, this shall become a month to month tenancy, and not a year to year tenancy, between Landlord and Tenant under the 144

same terms and conditions of this Lease. 145

17. HEAT AND WATER: If heat is included in the Monthly Rent, Landlord will provide the supply of heat at no additional cost to 146

Tenant from September 15 through June 1 of each year at a level prescribed by statute or local ordinance. Water in reasonable quantities, 147

strictly for residential use, is included in the Monthly Rent. 148

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18. UTILITIES AND UTILITY COST DISCLOSURE: Tenant shall be responsible for paying, or for reimbursing the Landlord for 149

the actual costs thereof, the following separately billed utilities: 150

Check if Applicable

Utility:

Estimated Annual Cost:

Check if Cost is Unknown

Gas

Electric

Heating Fuel

Water

Sewer

If Tenant fails to pay any of the above, Landlord may pay them on Tenant’s behalf. In such event Tenant shall promptly reimburse 151

Landlord for all such payments, plus any penalties paid by Landlord, upon demand by Landlord. Tenant is responsible for the provision 152

and direct payment to utility providers for the utilities NOT included in the rent as outlined in this Lease. Tenant is required to establish 153

accounts with the utility providers no later than the Lease Beginning Date. Should Landlord become obligated for payment of any utility 154

for which Tenant is liable under the terms of this Lease, such payment by Landlord shall become an additional rent payment due and 155

payable by Tenant. 156

Tenant will keep the Premises in good and sanitary condition at Tenant’s sole expense during the term of this Lease and during any 157

renewal period or extension thereof. Tenant will maintain the fixtures and mechanical systems in good operating order, and will further 158

be responsible for the following [

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 Snow/Ice Removal from Driveways and Sidewalks  Lawn Mowing  Landscape Maintenance (other than Lawn Mowing) 160

 Scavenger Service  Refuse Removal  Homeowner Association Dues   161

Tenant Acknowledgement 162

19. LIABILITY: Landlord will not be liable to Tenant for any damage to Tenant’s person or property or agents, employees, guests or 163

invitees other than for Landlord’s gross negligence. Tenant will indemnify and hold Landlord harmless from all claims of any nature. 164

Tenant shall be required to maintain renter’s insurance during the term of this Lease. Tenant shall furnish a copy of said policy to Landlord. 165

20. ABANDOMENT: The Premises shall be deemed abandoned when the criteria set forth in the Cook County Residential Tenant and Landlord 166

Ordinance have been met, and Landlord shall have the right to relet the Premises and dispose of Tenant’s possessions in the manner prescribed by law. 167

21. NOTICES: Any legal notice or demand may be served by tendering it to any person thirteen years old or older residing on or in possession 168

of the Premises; or by certified mail addressed to Tenant, return receipt requested; or by posting it upon the Premises door, if no authorized 169

person under the Lease is in possession of the Premises. Further, except when a statute or ordinance requires notice to be sent by a particular 170

means, Tenant agrees that all Tenant and building notices may be delivered by electronic communication (email) to any email address listed 171

on Page 1 for Tenant. This is including but not limited to, late rent notices, notices of entry, fine notices, building maintenance updates, and 172

lease renewal options. Tenant agrees to inform Landlord immediately in writing of any email address change. “Written notice” may take the 173

form of handwritten, typed or printed documents, mailed documents, or electronically mailed or messaged documents. 174

22. DAMAGE OR DESTRUCTION: If the Premises or any part of the property is destroyed or damaged to an extent that makes the Premises 175

uninhabitable, this Lease may be terminated in accordance with applicable statutes or ordinances. Im such an event, Landlord does not undertake 176

any covenant to repair or restore the Premises to the habitable condition. 177

23. LANDLORD’S TITLE: Tenant shall commit no act which could in any way encumber Landlord’s title to the property of which 178

the Premises forms a part. In the event that Tenant does create or cause any encumbrance against the title, it shall be cured within five 179

(5) days after demand by Landlord. Any encumbrance created by Tenant shall constitute a material breach of this Lease. 180

24. LEGAL EXPENSES: Tenant shall be liable for all costs incurred by Landlord as a result of Landlord’s efforts to enforce any 181

provision of this Lease, including, but not limited to, any breach of the provisions of the preceding paragraph, to the extent permitted 182

by court rules, statute or local ordinance. 183

25. LITIGATION ESCROW: In the event that Tenant withholds rent in excess of that allowed by statutes or local ordinance, and 184

Landlord institutes a lawsuit in Forcible Entry and detainer to regain possession of the Premises, or in contract to enforce any provision 185

of this Lease, Tenant shall place such excess rent with the Clerk of Circuit Court, pending disposition of the lawsuit. 186

26. SURRENDER OF POSSESSION: Provided that the Landlord has not otherwise terminated this Lease: 187

a) If the Tenant has resided in the Premises for more than six (6) months, and provided that the Landlord has served a notice of intent 188

not to renew this Lease at least sixty (60) days prior to the Lease Ending Date, then Tenant shall surrender possession of the Premises 189

and shall return the keys to Landlord or Landlord’s Agent on the Lease Ending Date. 190

If the Landlord does not serve a notice of Landlord’s intent not to renew this Lease at least sixty (60) days prior to the Lease Ending 191

Date, then Tenant may continue to reside in the Premises upon the same terms and conditions as in the last month of this Lease at the 192

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most recent non-discounted full monthly rent amount for up to one hundred twenty (120) days after the date on which the Landlord 193

serves a notice of intent not to renew this Lease. 194

b) Surrender of possession shall also be deemed to have occurred if Tenant returns the keys to Landlord or Landlord’s Agent at or prior 195

to the expiration of this Lease. 196

27. SUBORDINATION OF LEASE/ESTOPPEL: This Lease is subordinate to all mortgages upon the property of which the Premises 197

forms a part, either in place at the time of Lease execution, or which may be placed upon the property at any time during the term of this 198

Lease. Tenant shall execute any estoppel letter required by any mortgage lender or purchaser of the property, relative to the affirmation 199

of the Tenant’s Lease status. 200

28. EMINENT DOMAIN: If all or part of the Premises or the property of which the Premises forms a part is condemned, expropriated 201

or otherwise regulated by any governmental authority in a manner which would prevent lawful occupancy, this Lease shall be terminated 202

and Tenant shall not be entitled to any compensation. 203

29. HEIRS AND ASSIGNS: All of the promises, covenants and agreements and conditions contained herein shall be binding upon 204

and inure to the benefit of the heirs, executors, administrators, successors and assigns of Landlord and Tenant. 205

30. ACCEPTANCE OF RENT AND TENANT BREACH: Except where a breach is for non-payment of rent, Landlord may accept 206

rent after a Tenant breach and the rent will be retained for use and occupancy of the Premises and shall not serve to extinguish Landlord’s 207

rights and remedies relative to any lawsuit that may be filed or in progress at the time of Tenant breach. 208

31. TIME OF THE ESSENCE: Time is of the essence for the payment of rent and the performance of each and every covenant, term, 209

agreement and condition of this Lease, and Tenant shall be held in strict compliance with same. 210

32. SEVERABILITY: In the event that any provision, paragraph, rule or covenant contained in this Lease is deemed invalid or 211

unenforceable, all remaining portions of this Lease shall survive and be construed in their entirety. 212

33. LANDLORDS’S REMEDIES: All rights and remedies granted to Landlord hereunder shall be deemed distinct, separate and 213

cumulative and the exercise of one or more thereof shall not waive, extinguish or preclude the exercise of any other right or remedy, 214

unless same is specifically prohibited by court rules, statute or local ordinance. Tenant shall be required to comply strictly with all 215

provisions, covenants and agreements hereunder, and no waiver shall be implied from Landlord’s failure to exercise any of its rights or remedies. 216

34. NO ADDITIONAL ENERGY DRAINING DEVICES: Tenant is prohibited from installing any appliance or device to draw 217

electricity, gas, or any other form of energy from any part of the property other than the Premises. Tenant shall further not install any 218

devices which are not deemed ordinary household appliances or fixtures. 219

35. STORAGE: Tenant shall not be entitled to storage space outside the Premises, unless additional storage is specified on Page 1. 220

36. JOINT AND SEVERAL LIABILITY: All persons executing this Lease shall be jointly and severally liable for the performance 221

of each and every agreement, covenant and obligation hereunder. 222

37. RE-KEYING OF LOCKS UPON PRIOR TENANT VACATING: Tenant shall have the right to change or re-key the lock(s) to 223

the Premises, and shall promptly provide notice thereof to Landlord. Tenant shall immediately provide Landlord a copy of the key to 224

the new lock. In the event that Tenant fails to give Landlord the new key upon Landlord’s request, such failure shall be deemed an act 225

by Tenant of Material Non-Compliance under the terms of this Lease. 226

38. CRIMINAL ACTIVITY BY TENANT: If Tenant(s) or occupant(s), visitors, or guests on one or more occasions, uses or permits 227

the use of the Premises for the commission of a felony or Class A misdemeanor under the laws of Illinois, Landlord shall have the right 228

to void the Lease and recover the Premises. In the event that the Leased Premises are located in a municipality which prohibits Tenant, 229

any member of Tenant’s household, Tenant’s guest(s) and any person under Tenant’s control from engaging in or facilitating criminal 230

activity (as that term is defined by the applicable Municipal Code) within the municipality, which includes the Leased Premises identified 231

herein, Landlord shall have the right to void the Lease and recover the Premises. 232

39. RULES AND REGULATIONS OF CONDOMINIUM/HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION: If the premises is a condominium 233

or part of a Homeowners Association, Tenant (and any person occupying the premises and any of Tenant’s guests, invitees, and/or 234

assigns) shall comply at all times with any and all rules, regulations, bylaws, easements, declarations, covenants, restrictions, directions, 235

and/or other provisions of the Condominium/Homeowners Association for the leased Premises. Tenant (and/or Tenant’s assigns) does 236

not obtain any voting rights of Landlord with respect to any matters for which a vote is held by or on behalf of the 237

Condominium/Homeowners Association. 238

40. ATTORNEY REVIEW: Within five (5) Business Days after Date of Acceptance, the attorneys for the respective Parties, by Notice, may: 239

a) Approve this Lease; or 240

b) Disapprove this Lease, which disapproval shall not be based solely upon the stated Rent; or 241

c) Propose modifications to this Lease, except for the stated Rent amount, which proposal shall be conclusively deemed a counteroffer 242

notwithstanding any language contained in any such proposal purporting to state the proposal is not a counteroffer. If after expiration of 243

ten (10) Business Days after the Date of Acceptance written agreement has not been reached by the Parties with respect to resolution of 244

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all proposed modifications, either Party may terminate this Lease by serving Notice, whereupon this Lease shall be immediately deemed 245

terminated; or 246

d) Offer proposals specifically referring to this subparagraph d) which shall not be considered a counteroffer. Any proposal not 247

specifically referencing this subparagraph d) shall be deemed made pursuant to subparagraph c) as a modification. If proposals made 248

with specific reference to this subparagraph d) are not agreed upon, neither Party may declare this Lease null and void, and this Lease 249

shall remain in full force and effect. If Notice of disapproval or proposed modifications is not served within the time specified herein, 250

the provisions of this Paragraph shall be deemed waived by the Parties and this Lease shall remain in full force and effect. If Notice of 251

termination is given, said termination shall be absolute and this Lease rendered null and void upon the giving of Notice, notwithstanding, 252

any language proffered by any Party purporting to permit unilateral reinstatement by withdrawal of any proposal(s). IF TENANT TAKES 253

POSSESSION OR EITHER PARTY FAILS TO SERVE WRITTEN NOTICE WITHIN THE TIME SPECIFIED, THIS PROVISION 254

SHALL BE DEEMED WAIVED BY THE PARTIES AND THIS LEASE SHALL REMAIN IN FULL FORCE AND EFFECT. 255

41. APPLICABLE LAW: All leases of residential property in Cook County are subject to the terms of the Cook County Residential 256

Tenant and Landlord Ordinance, the requirements of which shall control. See the ordinance for applicability – certain exceptions and 257

exclusions may apply. A summary of the Cook County Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance, entitled “Cook County Renter’s 258

Rights and Landlord Protections”, is attached as an exhibit to this Lease. 259

42. RULES AND REGULATIONS: 260

1. Unless permitted on Page 2, no animals are permitted on the property and in the Premises without Landlord’s prior written consent, 261

which consent is deemed a license revocable with ten (10) days written notice by Landlord. 262

2. Entry ways, passages, public halls and common areas may not be obstructed in any way, and may not be used for storage, recreation, 263

congregation or play, or in any manner that might endanger any occupant, invitee or licensee of the building. 264

3. All deliveries, except for small packages and mail, must be made through the rear and service entrance, or a special entrance 265

designated for special deliveries. 266

4. Tenant shall not permit anything to be thrown out of the windows or from the balconies of the building. 267

5. No vehicle or bicycle is allowed in the Premises, building or any common area of the property, unless there is a specific area 268

designated for same. 269

6. Incinerators and waste receptacles shall be used in accordance with posted signs, and all items placed therein shall be neatly packaged 270

and deposited. No explosive device or any parcel or item shall be deposited therein which could cause danger. 271

7. No sign or advertisement shall be placed in, around or upon any area of the premises or building without prior written consent of 272

Landlord, which consent shall constitute a license revocable immediately upon written notice of Landlord. 273

8. No items of personal property shall be placed in, around or upon any common area of the building. 274

9. No noise or other sound is permitted which disturbs the other occupants from quiet enjoyment of their apartment or common areas 275

of the property. 276

10. No cooking, baking, or similar activity is permitted outside the kitchen area, except when grills are allowed on the balcony of an 277

apartment or patio of a dwelling. However, any liability or loss arising from the use or operation of a grill shall be borne by Tenant. 278

11. No vertical or horizontal projection, machinery, device or receiver of any type, including satellite dishes, shall be attached in, around 279

or upon any part of the Premises or the property without the Landlord’s written consent. 280

12. No unsightly or unsanitary practice which could undermine the sanitation, health or appearance of the building interior or exterior 281

shall be permitted. 282

13. No activity carried on within the Premises or common areas of the property will be permitted which threatens the health, safety or 283

property of any building occupant, or of Landlord. 284

14. Plumbing and electrical facilities in the Premises shall be maintained diligently and neatly at all times. 285

15. The use of water furniture is prohibited. 286

16. If the building is served by an elevator, Tenant must reserve move-in and move-out times in accordance with Landlord’s policies. 287

17. These Rules and Regulations are not exhaustive and may be supplemented or modified from time to time upon written notice to Tenant. 288

43. ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This document and the documents incorporated herein are the entire agreement of the Parties and no 289

representations of either party are binding unless contained herein. No oral statements will be binding on either Party. This Lease may 290

only be modified by mutual agreement of the Parties. The following are hereby incorporated herein and made part of this Lease: 291

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THIS IS A LEGALLY BINDING DOCUMENT. PRIOR TO THE EXECUTION OF THIS LEASE, LANDLORD AND 293

TENANT ARE ENCOURAGED TO CHECK ORDINANCES AND REGULATIONS TO VERIFY THE REQUIREMENTS 294

OF THE APPLICABLE GOVERNMENTAL AUTHORITY IN WHICH THE PREMISES IS LOCATED. 295

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have signed and sealed this Lease on the date herein. 296

DATE OF OFFER DATE OF ACCEPTANCE 297

298

TENANT SIGNATURE LANDLORD SIGNATURE 299

300

TENANT SIGNATURE LANDLORD SIGNATURE 301

GUARANTEE 302

For value received, the undersigned hereby guarantees the payment of the rent and the performance of the covenants by the Tenant of 303

the terms of the Lease. 304

DATE 305

GUARANTOR SIGNATURE 306

307

PRINT GUARANTOR’S NAME GUARANTOR’S PHONE 308

309

GUARANTOR’S ADDRESS 310

311

CITY, ZIP 312

FOR INFORMATION ONLY 313

314

Tenant’s Cell Phone Number(s) Landlord’s Cell Phone Number(s) 315

316

Tenant’s Other Phone Number(s) Landlord’s Other Phone Number(s) 317

318

Tenant’s E-Mail Address Landlord’s E-Mail Address 319

320

Tenant’s E-Mail Address Landlord’s E-Mail Address 321

322

Tenant’s Brokerage MLS# Landlord’s Brokerage MLS# 323

324

Tenant’s Designated Agent MLS # Landlord’s Designated Agent MLS # 325

326

Phone Fax Phone Fax 327

328

Tenant’s Designated Agent’s E-Mail Landlord’s Designated Agent’s E-Mail 329

330

Tenant’s Attorney Landlord’s Attorney 331

332

333

334

Phone Fax Phone Fax 335

336

Tenant’s Attorney’s E-Mail Landlord’s Attorney’s E-Mail 337

MAINSTREET ORGANIZATION OF REALTORS

COOK COUNTY RESIDENTIAL LEASE

EXHIBIT A: LANDLORD EXEMPTION NOTICE DISCLOSURE

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County Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance (RTLO)

The unit under this rental agreement is exempt from the regulations and provisions of the RTLO, except 1

Section (Sec. 42-813) which prohibits lockouts. 2

RTLO exemptions include: 3

1. Transient occupancy in a hotel or motel; 4

2. Residence at a public or private medical, extended care facility, geriatric facility, convent, monastery, religious 5

institution, temporary overnight shelter, transitional shelter, educational dormitory, or in a structure operated for the 6

benefit of a social or fraternal organization; 7

3. Occupancy under a contract sale of a dwelling unit if the occupant is the purchaser; 8

4. Occupancy in a cooperative apartment by a shareholder of the cooperative; 9

5. Occupancy by an employee of a landlord whose occupancy is conditional upon employment in or about the premises; 10

6. Residential buildings in which occupancy is limited to six (6) units or less and which are owner-occupied; 11

7. A residential unit that is a single-family home, including a single condominium unit, provided that: 12

a) This is the only residential unit leased by the owner, 13

b) The owner or immediate family member has actually resided at the property for at least one (1) month in 14

the 12 months prior to marketing the property, 15

c) The owner (not a management company) personally manages the unit, and 16

d) The owner is not a corporation. 17

8. Dwelling units in hotels, motels, inns, bed-and-breakfast establishments, rooming houses, and boardinghouses, but 18

only until such time as the dwelling unit has been occupied by a tenant for 32 or more continuous days and tenant 19

pays a monthly rent, exclusive of any period of wrongful occupancy contrary to agreement with an owner. No landlord 20

shall bring an action to recover possession of such unit, or avoid renting periodically, in order to avoid the application 21

of this Article. Any willful attempt to avoid application of this Article by an owner may be punishable by criminal or 22

civil actions. 23

Tenant Name (Print) 25

Tenant Signature Date 27

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EXHIBIT C: MOVE-IN FEE DISCLOSURE

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County Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance (RTLO)

Tenants moving into the unit are responsible for move-in fee. The fees are related to the costs associated with the 1

move. The following is a list of estimated costs incurred by the Landlord. 2

Check all boxes that apply. 3

Estimated Amount 4

 Trash and/or debris removal 5

 Administrative oversight 6

 Security of building 7

 Cleaning and maintenance 8

 Elevator reservation 9

 Damages to hallway or stairwell 10

 Homeowners Association (HOA) Fee for move-in / out 11

 Processing of mailbox identification 12

 Processing of entrance to property and property amenities 13

 Fees not listed above: 14

Tenant Name (Print) 20

Tenant Signature Date 22

MAINSTREET ORGANIZATION OF REALTORS

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EXHIBIT E: 60-DAY LEASE TERMINATION DISCLOSURE

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County Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance (RTLO)

Lease termination notices must be sent to tenants at least sixty (60) days prior to the Lease termination. 1

Please be advised that Tenant(s) are not required to acknowledge the Lease termination any earlier than sixty (60) 2

days prior to the scheduled termination. 3

The Lease Agreement for the property at address (include unit number): 4

Will expire on this date:

, 20

Please be aware that a written record of this tenant notification will be on file with the date and type of communication

(email, mail, text, etc.) the notification was sent to the Tenant. The termination must be acknowledged in some form

by the Tenant. It does become effective on the expiration date even if there is no acknowledgment by the Tenant.

Tenant Name (Print) 12

Tenant Signature Date 14

MAINSTREET ORGANIZATION OF REALTORS

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EXHIBIT F: BED BUG REMEDIATION DISCLOSURE

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County Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance (RTLO)

This is to acknowledge that bed bugs have been detected. This confirms that service to eliminate bed bugs will occur 1

as soon as possible. 2

A record of this notice will be saved within the Tenant’s file. 3

Notice to the Tenant was sent via [

CHECK ONE]: 4

 Email 5

 Text Message 6

 Mail 7

 Verbal, directly to the Tenant 8

Date notice sent: , 20 9

Tenant Name (Print) 11

Tenant Signature Date 13

MAINSTREET ORGANIZATION OF REALTORS

COOK COUNTY RESIDENTIAL LEASE

EXHIBIT I: SECURITY DEPOSIT FINANCIAL INSTITUTION TRANSFER DISCLOSURE

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County Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance (RTLO)

The funds collected for security deposit have been moved to (name and address must be provided): 1

Name 3

Address 5

City / State 7

A record of providing this disclosure will be saved within the Tenant’s file. 8

Date provided: , 20 9

Tenant Name (Print) 11

Tenant Signature Date 13

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EXHIBIT J: FORECLOSURE DISCLOSURE

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County Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance (RTLO)

The rental property located at: 1

Is currently subject to litigation seeking foreclosure of the mortgage secured by the property. 3

A record of providing this notice will be saved within the Tenant’s file. 4

Date notice sent: , 20 5

Tenant Name (Print) 7

Tenant Signature Date 9

MAINSTREET ORGANIZATION OF REALTORS

COOK COUNTY RESIDENTIAL LEASE

EXHIBIT K: CODE VIOLATIONS DISCLOSURE

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County Residential Tenant and Landlord Ordinance (RTLO)

 All code violations have been resolved for the property within in the last year / twelve (12) months. 1

 No code violations have been issued for the property within the last year / twelve (12) months. 2

The following code violations have been issued to this property within the past year / twelve (12) months: 3

Tenant Name (Print) 11

Tenant Signature Date 13

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EXHIBIT L: CHANGE OF OWNERSHIP, MANAGEMENT, AGENT DISCLOSURE

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The rental property located at: 1

Address 3

City / State 5

Transferred [

CHECK ALL THAT APPLY]: 6

 Ownership 7

 Management 8

FROM: 9

Owner 11

Manager / Management Company 13

TO: 14

Owner 16

Manager / Management Company 18

Contact Info: 19

A record of this notice will be saved within the Tenant’s file. 21

Date notice sent: , 20 22

Tenant Name (Print) 24

Tenant Signature Date 26

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SECURITY DEPOSIT RECEIPT

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Date of Receipt: 1

Security Deposit Amount: $ 2

Leased Premises Address 4

Description of Property: 5

[I.E. 2 BED, 2 BATH CONDO]

Landlord Name: 7

Tenant Name: 8

Received By: 9

PRINT NAME of person receiving security deposit to transfer to Landlord 11

SIGNATURE of person receiving security deposit to transfer to Landlord 13

Tenant hereby acknowledges and agrees to the following: 14

1. Tenant provided a security deposit (the “Security Deposit”) payable to Landlord on date listed above in the 15

amount of $ . Tenant understands and agrees that (Brokerage) 16

will not retain the Security Deposit and is accepting the Security Deposit from the Tenant solely to send the same to 17

the Landlord to facilitate the completion of the lease transaction. 18

2. Upon transfer of the Security Deposit, Landlord is solely responsible for complying with all state and local 19

laws and regulations relating to the Security Deposit; and Tenant hereby waives and releases all claims, known 20

and unknown, present and future, against the Brokerage and its affiliates, licensees, shareholders, directors, 21

officers, members, managers, employees, agents, representatives, successors, and assigns from any and all 22

costs, expenses, claims, demands, liabilities, and fees relating to and arising out of the Security Deposit. 23

I acknowledge receiving a copy of this Security Deposit Receipt and agree to the above terms. 24

Tenant Name (Print) 26

Tenant Signature Date 28

Bed Bug

Prevention, Detection

and Control

Bed bugs are parasites that seek out

sleeping people or animals for a blood

meal. After feeding, they hide. It is

challenging, but not impossible, to

prevent, detect and control bed bugs due

to their small size and ability to squeeze

into cracks and crevices, where they are

often unnoticed.

Pesticides alone generally will not

eliminate bed bugs. Effective bed bug

control requires Integrated Pest

Management (IPM). IPM is an

environmentally sensitive approach to

pest management that relies on

knowledge of the pest, plus common

sense practices, such as inspection,

monitoring, reducing clutter,

the use of physical barriers,

and the judicious use of

pesticides.

For more information on bed bugs and IPM go to:

www.epa.gov/bedbugs

Pesticide Poisoning: Call 1-800-222-1222

How to Hire a Pest Control Operator

Call several licensed and insured companies,

compare services and get written estimates.

Insist on and check references.

Look for companies that:

offer an IPM solution

offer both chemical and non-

chemical treatment options

give a pre-treatment check-list

perform pre-treatment inspection

recommend both interceptors and encasements

offer two or more service visits and follow-up

The important thing is to act fast —

before they have time to multiply.

Before Using Pesticides

Some pesticides are considered minimum risk.

EPA does not register and check for effectiveness

of these products. These products do not have

EPA registration numbers on the label.

Never use outdoor pesticides indoors.

Some pesticides and total release foggers are

highly flammable. Improper use may cause a fire.

Never overuse pesticides. More is not better!

Read, understand, and follow the label-use direc-

tions.

Be Alert, Be Aware,

Bed Bugs Could be Anywhere!

Pesticide Safety First!

Read the Label.

Day-to-Day Prevention

Bed bugs are excellent hitchhikers, so be

extra careful when traveling (see tips below).

Change and wash bedding regularly.

Do not bring second-hand furniture into your

home unless you have thoroughly inspected

and cleaned the items first.

Reduce clutter.

Traveling Tips

Inspect mattress and headboard with

flashlight.

Keep bags, luggage, and backpacks off the

bed. Inspect and then use a luggage rack.

Never place clothes, or jackets, on bed or

couch. Do not store clothes in dresser.

If you are concerned about exposure, after

travel, seal all items in plastic bags until time

for washing or treatment.

Unpack clothes directly into washer / dryer.

Inspect luggage closely with flashlight and

magnifying glass for bed bugs upon

returning home.

Bites and Disease

Bed bugs are not known to transmit

disease. Bites are often painless and occur

at night while you are sleeping. Some people

suffer allergic reactions and develop painful

swelling.

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Early detection and prompt response will

avoid larger problems.

Bed bugs are no one’s fault.

They don’t discriminate -

anyone can have them.

Bed Bug Identification

Eggs: tiny, white, and glued to surfaces.

Nymphs are light colored, from 1/16th”.

Adults are rusty red, apple seed sized, 3/8”.

Six legs, oval, flattened from top to bottom.

Do not jump or fly, but are good runners.

They tend to congregate together.

They can live several months without a

blood meal.

Important: Capture several examples of the

pest and have them identified by a qualified

expert before taking any further actions.

Signs of Bed Bugs

Small, whitish shed skins and rusty spots on

bed linens which are droppings and blood

stains from crushed bugs.

Live bed bugs of any size.

Eggs and casings among droppings or in

crevices where adults hide.

An offensive, sweet, musty odor from the

bed bugs when infestations are severe.

You may have red, itchy welts or rashes

from bites; however, bite marks are not a

reliable indication of a bed bug infestation.

Where do Bed Bugs Hide?

Mattresses, box springs, bed frames and head

boards (along seams and piping, under

handles and labels).

Under the thin dust cloth on bottom of box

spring.

Seams and fabric folds in curtains and under

furniture, including chairs and sofas.

Under wall-to-wall carpeting and padding.

Anywhere there are cracks, crevices or nail

holes in walls, and under wood moldings and

baseboards.

Under loose wallpaper and seams, and where

ceiling and wall meet.

In and behind picture frames and mirrors.

Clothing and clutter stored in closets, under

beds and elsewhere.

Inside switch plates, electrical outlets, clocks,

computers, phones, televisions and smoke

detectors.

On and in recently used luggage, backpacks

and bags.

Actual size

Interceptor under leg Caulk cracks and spaces

Mattress and box spring encasements

Inspect carefully

Don’t pass bed bugs onto others!

Integrated Pest Management

1. Physical Control Methods

Vacuuming reduces bed bug populations.

Clean and vacuum bed bug prone areas daily.

Immediately seal and dispose of vacuum bag.

Install encasements on mattress and box spring.

Install bed bug interceptors under bed and fur-

niture legs.

Make the bed an island: Keep bed away from

wall and do not let bedding touch the floor.

Remove clutter where bed bugs can hide.

Isolate infested items in sealed plastic bags or

containers. Treat items in hot dryer for 30 min.

Clean and scrub seams / folds with detergent.

Seal cracks where bed bugs can hide.

If you live in an apartment or other multi-family

dwelling, and you see a bed bug, contact your

landlord immediately.

2. Non-chemical Controls

Items that cannot be washed or dried may be

steamed, heated or frozen using specialized

equipment. Raising the indoor temperature with a

thermostat or space heaters will not work, nor will

placing items in the home freezer. Contact a bed

bug management professional for advice.

3. Pesticide Controls

Pesticides are an important part of the IPM tool-

box. Please view cautions listed — over.

Updated May 4, 2021

Cook County Commission on Human Rights

Toni Preckwinkle, President

Cook County Board of Commissioners

Sisavanh Baker, Director

Kenneth A. Gunn, Chairperson

69 W. Washington, Suite 3040

Chicago, IL 60602

P: (312) 603-1100

F: (312) 603-9988

[email protected]

Cook County Renters Rights and Landlord Protections

RESIDENTIAL TENANT LANDLORD ORDINANCE SUMMARY

This is a summary of the RTLO Ordinance. The landlord must attach this Summary

when offering a rental agreement and at any offering for renewal. If it is not

provided, you may let the landlord know that they have 2 days to provide it. If the

landlord does not, a renter may terminate their lease.

WHAT RENTAL UNITS ARE COVERED BY THE RTLO? (Sec. 42-802)

All rental units are subject to the anti-lockout provisions. For all other regulations, almost all

rental units in suburban Cook County are included (including mobile homes and subsidized units)

except:

• Units in owner occupied buildings with six or fewer units

• Units in hotels, motels, rooming houses, unless rent is paid on a monthly basis and unit is

occupied for more than 32 days

• School dormitory rooms, shelters, employee’s quarters, non-residential rental properties, and

owner-occupied co-ops

A single-family home or condominium if (1) the owner is only renting that one rental property, and

(2) the owner or an immediate family member has lived in the home within the year

BUT: If the residence is in an exempted unit, the landlord must notify a prospective tenant whether

they are excluded from the Ordinance before accepting any fees.

IMPORTANT: This is a summary of the Residential Tenant Landlord

Ordinance (RTLO). You should review the Ordinance if you have questions.

You may want to consult with an attorney, an advocacy organization, or a

professional association before making important decisions.

You can get a copy of the Ordinance at https://cook-county.legistar.com. You

can nd this summary translated in multiple languages on the Department of

Human Rights website.

Updated May 4, 2021

Cook County Renters Rights and Landlord Protections

LOCKOUTS PROHIBITED (Sec. 42-813)

This section applies to every residential rental unit. There are no exceptions.

• A landlord may not change or remove the locks, remove doors of a rental unit, cut off heat,

utility or water service, remove tenant’s personal property, or interfere with the tenant’s use of

the apartment.

REMEDY: The tenant may sue the landlord to get back into the unit, attorney’s fees, and damages

(twice the actual damages or 2 months’ rent, whichever is greater).

WHAT ARE THE TENANT’S RIGHTS? (Sec. 42-805)

The tenant has the right to:

• A “habitable” unit and property maintained in compliance with the relevant building codes

(Sec. 42-805(C))

• Adequate heat

• 48-hour notice before the landlord enters the unit except in emergencies

• A home free of bedbugs

• General rules, which must be in writing, about the tenant’s use and occupancy of the unit.

WHAT DOES THE TENANT HAVE A RIGHT TO KNOW? (Sec. 42-805)

The landlord must disclose certain information to the tenant:

• The owner’s or manager’s name, address, and telephone number, including when there is a

change of ownership

• Estimated or average utility costs for the past 12 months paid by the tenant to the landlord or

utility company, if known by the landlord

• If the property has had any building code violations in the last year

• If a municipality or other utility company threatens to cut off utility service

• If the property has any known lead hazards

• If the landlord has or gets a foreclosure notice.

REMEDY: If the landlord does not disclose this information, the tenant must give the landlord a

notice of 2 business days and wait to see if the landlord provides the information. If not, the tenant

may be able to end the rental agreement.

WHAT CAN BE INCLUDED IN A LEASE? (Sec. 42-804)

A written or verbal lease agreement may not include certain provisions, including:

• Giving up rights to notices (like a 5-day notice)

• Giving up the right to a jury trial

Updated May 4, 2021

• Preventing the tenant from saying negative statements about the landlord

• Requiring the tenant to give a longer amount of notice for moving than the landlord gives the

tenant for not renewing the lease

• Letting the landlord apply rent payments to other costs that the landlord charges to the tenant

(like utilities)

• Setting late fees of more than $10 if the rent is $1000 or below and more than $10 plus 5% for

any amount of rent over $1000

• Requiring the tenant to pay attorney’s fees in an eviction case.

WHAT CAN THE TENANT DO IF THE LANDLORD DOES NOT MAINTAIN THE

UNIT? (Sec. 42-806)

The tenant must give the landlord a written notice and time to make repairs. If the landlord does

not make repairs after notice of 14 days, the tenant may:

• Hold back a reasonable portion of rent to reect the reduced value of the unit;

• Make minor repairs costing less than the greater of $500.00 or one-half month’s rent and

submit receipts to the landlord to deduct that cost from rent

• End the lease when severe violations are present and vacate within 30 days

• File a court case for damages and injunctive relief

• In case of a re or other disaster, nd another place to stay and end the lease.

BUT: A tenant may not use these remedies if the tenant or guest caused the condition.

WHAT CAN THE TENANT DO IF THE LANDLORD FAILS TO PROVIDE

ESSENTIAL SERVICES (HEAT, RUNNING OR HOT WATER, ELECTRICTY, GAS, OR

PLUMBING)? (Sec. 42-806(D))

If the landlord fails to correct the condition after the tenant gives written notice, the tenant may:

After 24 hours –

1) Withhold a reasonable portion of rent to reect the reduced value of the unit

2) Get services, and internet if the lease requires it, and deduct costs from rent after giving

receipts to the landlord

3) Recover damages and reasonable attorney fees or

4) Make landlord pay for substitute housing until condition xed.

After 72 hours –

1) End rental agreement and

2) Vacate unit within 30 days.

BUT: The tenant may not exercise this remedy if the tenant or utility supplier caused the condition.

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WHAT ARE TENANT’S DUTIES UNDER THE ORDINANCE? (Sec. 42-807)

The tenant, the tenant’s family, and invited guests must:

• Comply with the obligations imposed on tenants by relevant municipal codes

• Keep their unit safe, use appliances in a safe manner, dispose of their garbage, and not deliberately

damage or remove any property

• Not disturb the other tenants

• Allow reasonable access to the unit with landlord notice of, for example, routine and emergency

maintenance, unit inspections and to show the unit

• Notify the landlord in writing within 48 hours of seeing bed bugs.

WHAT ARE THE LANDLORD’S RIGHTS? (Sec. 42-808)

The landlord may adopt reasonable rules and regulations for the safety of their property and the

convenience of co-located tenants. Landlords must provide a copy of the rules and regulations before

the tenant moves in. If the landlord adopts the rules after the tenant moves in, the new rules do not

apply to the tenant until the tenant agrees in writing.

CAN THE LANDLORD ACCESS A UNIT? (Sec. 42-808(B))

• A tenant must allow reasonable access to enter the unit if the landlord gives 2 days’ notice by mail,

telephone, written notice or other means designed in good faith to provide notice.

• A landlord may give a general notice to all tenants if the landlord needs to make a repair on

common areas or in other nearby units.

• The landlord may enter the unit without prior notice if emergency or repairs require access

immediately. If emergency access was necessary, the landlord must provide tenant with notice of

entry within 2 days after the emergency entry.

• Otherwise, the landlord should enter at reasonable times (8:00 AM – 8:00 PM or at tenant’s request).

A tenant landlord may enter the rental unit to:

• Inspect the premises as required by a government agency

• Make necessary repairs, alterations, improvements where access is required.

• Supply necessary services

• Show the unit to a prospective purchasers or workmen

• Show the dwelling unit to prospective tenants within 60 days of the expiration of the rental

agreement.

REMEDY: If the landlord makes an unlawful or unreasonable entry, repeatedly demands entry, or makes

the tenant feel harassed, the tenant may le suit and recover 1 month’s rent or twice the damages,

whichever is greater, and attorney’s fees.

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WHAT IF THE TENANT VIOLATES THE LEASE? (Sec. 42-809)

LATE RENT. If the tenant pays rent late, the landlord can charge a late fee. If the tenant does not

pay rent, the landlord may give the tenant a 5-day notice.

• The late fee is $10 if the rent is $1000 or less.

• If the rent is more, the late fee is $10 plus 5% of the amount over $1000.

REMEDY:

• The tenant has the right to pay the back rent during the 5-day notice. If the tenant does not

pay, the landlord can le an eviction.

• The tenant still has the right to pay the rent and certain additional costs after the landlord has

led an eviction case. If rent and fees are paid in full, then the landlord must dismiss the case.

The tenant can only “pay and stay” and cause the landlord to dismiss a court case 1 time.

OTHER LEASE VIOLATIONS

If the tenant violates the lease in a material way other than not paying rent, the landlord may give

the tenant a 10-day notice.

REMEDY: The tenant has the right to x the problem within the 10 days. If the landlord accepts

the rent due or does not le an eviction 30 days after giving either a 5-day or a 10-day notice, then

the landlord cannot le an eviction case.

OTHER NON-RENEWAL. The landlord needs to give the tenant a 60-day notice to renew or end

the lease.

REMEDY: If the landlord does not give a 60-day notice, the tenant may stay for 120 days after

written notice is given. During this time, the terms and conditions of the lease stay the same.

WHAT HAPPENS IF THE LANDLORD THINKS THE TENANT HAS ABANDONED

THE UNIT? (Sec. 42-809(B)(2))

If the landlord believes that the tenant has abandoned the unit, the landlord can try to rent it to

someone else. The landlord may decide that the tenant has abandoned the unit only if the tenant:

• Gave the landlord written notice that the tenant has abandoned the unit, or

• Has not been in the unit for 32 days, removed their property, and not paid rent.

If the landlord believes that the tenant has abandoned possessions in the unit, the landlord needs

to hold onto the property and determine its value.

• For property without value: Throw away after 7 days without notice.

• For property with value: Give tenant written notice to remove property within 7 days. Landlord

may sell the property and keep the proceeds for the tenant. The landlord may keep the money

if the tenant does not claim it within 1 year.

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CAN THE LANDLORD ACCEPT SUBLEASES? (Sec. 42-809)

The landlord should accept reasonable subleases.

If a tenant moves prior to the end of the rental agreement, the landlord must make a good faith

effort to nd a new tenant at a fair rent.

BUT: If the landlord is unsuccessful in re-renting the unit, the tenant remains liable for the rent, as

well as the landlord’s cost of advertising.

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR MOVE-IN FEES? (Sec. 42-804)

A landlord may charge a move-in fee, but must:

• Charge a move-in fee only that is reasonable and related to the cost of the tenant moving in

• Give an estimate of the move-in fee which includes detail of the landlord’s cost of the tenant

moving in

• Not change the name of a fee or deposit to get around these rules.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN THE TENANT THINKS THE LANDLORD IS

RETALIATING? (Sec. 42-812)

The tenant has the right to complain or speaks publicly about their tenancy to governmental

agencies or ofcials, police, media, community groups, tenant unions or the landlord.

The landlord cannot retaliate by terminating or threatening to end a lease, increasing rent,

decreasing services, bringing or threatening to bring an eviction action, or refusing to renew a

lease agreement in reaction to a tenant making a complaint.

The tenant may claim retaliation as a defense to an eviction or as a case against the landlord and

shall receive damages and attorney’s fees if the tenant succeeds.

BUT: The landlord may still end a lease or increase rent if the landlord has a legitimate reason

to do so that is not related to any complaints by the tenant. The landlord may rebut the tenant’s

retaliation claim from 1-year prior by proving a legitimate, non-retaliatory basis for the conduct. A

landlord’s behavior is not retaliatory if a code violation was caused by the tenant, family member

of the tenant, or guest of the tenant. If a tenant makes a complaint of retaliation after the notice of

a rent increase, there will not be a presumption of retaliation.

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WHAT ARE THE SECURITY DEPOSIT REQUIREMENTS? (Sec. 42-811)

A landlord may charge a security deposit, but must:

• Charge no more than 1.5 times monthly rent for security deposit

• Give a receipt for a security deposit that provides the owner’s name, the date it was received

and a description of the dwelling unit. It must be signed by the person accepting the security

deposit, unless the tenant pays the security deposit by electronic funds transfer, then landlord

may give an electronic receipt

• Hold all security deposits in a federally insured account in an Illinois nancial institution

separate from the landlord’s other accounts

• Tell the tenant in writing the name of the nancial institution where the landlord will deposit the

security deposit

• Inform the tenant of the new account if the landlord transfers the security deposit into a new

account

• Return the security deposit within 30 days after the tenant moves out

• Only keep money from the security deposit if the tenant owes rent or court fees, if the landlord

has gone to court (but not attorney’s fees) or for reasonable costs that the landlord has paid for

the repair of the unit (but not costs for “ordinary wear and tear”)

• Provide a detailed explanation of the costs within 30 days if the landlord has kept money from

the security deposit for repair

• Be responsible to return the security deposit if the landlord sells the property until the rst

landlord gives the money to the second landlord and gives the tenant written notice; then the

second landlord is responsible for the security deposit.

REMEDY: If the landlord charges too much for security deposit, does not return the security

deposit, or does not give the tenant proof of the expenses for any repairs deducted from the

security deposit, the tenant may sue the landlord and shall receive damages equal to 2 times the

security deposit plus attorney’s fees.

If the landlord makes a mistake with the paperwork on the security deposit, the tenant must rst

give the landlord a notice and wait 2 business days to see if the landlord corrects the paperwork. If

the paperwork is not corrected, the tenant may sue the landlord.

If the landlord does not give the proper receipt for the security deposit, the tenant is entitled to

the immediate return of the security deposit.

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