Articles in Heat, Utilities & Other Essential Services
MTO Organizers Support Tenant in Fighting Lock-out and Restoring Utilities
On December 17th a tenant residing at 634 N. Ridgeway called the Metropolitan Tenants Organizations (MTO) hotline in regards to no heat. The tenant was referred to MTO organizers who immediately went to the building. …
Common Utility Problems
Tenants Without Access to Fuse Box
In buildings over four units, the Chicago Building code requires that a tenant have access to their fuse box. If the tenant cannot get to their fuse box, the …
Heat & Other Essential Services – Sample Letter
24 Hour Heat & Essential Services
Heat & Other Essential Services – FAQ
NOTE: If your landlord lives in your building, see the “Exceptions” note on the right side of this page.
What are essential services?
Heat, running water, hot water, electricity, gas,and plumbing.
Who is responsible …
