📜 State Law Guide • Updated January 2025
Illinois Landlord Tenant Laws 2025
Illinois rental laws are a mix of state statutes and strict local ordinances, most notably the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLTO).
Banned
Rent Control
No limit
Security Deposit
45 days
Deposit Return
30-120 days
Chicago Notice
Chicago RLTO & Fair Notice
Chicago landlords must follow strict rules under the RLTO and Fair Notice Ordinance. These often override state laws for properties in the city.
Chicago Rent Increase & Non-Renewal Notice:
- Less than 6 months tenure: 30 days notice
- 6 months to 3 years tenure: 60 days notice
- More than 3 years tenure: 120 days notice
State Law (Outside Chicago): Generally 30 days notice for month-to-month rent increases or termination.
Security Deposit Rules
- No Maximum: State law doesn't cap deposit amounts
- Interest: Required for buildings with 25+ units (or 6+ in Chicago)
- Return Deadline: 45 days after move-out
- Itemization: Must provide written list of damages within 30 days
Eviction Process
| Reason | Notice Required | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Non-payment of rent | 5 days | "Pay or Quit" notice |
| Lease violation | 10 days | To cure or quit |
| Month-to-month termination | 30 days | Except Chicago (up to 120 days) |
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