This letter applies to residents within the city of Chicago only who are covered under the Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance (RLTO). Please see the Exceptions to the RLTO to ensure the law applies to you.
For tenants in suburban Chicagoland, please click here for the law as it applies in your town.
Heat and Other Essential Services – 72-hour notice – Terminate Lease
Unfortunately heating deficiency problems are ongoing not only in Chicago but also other states. Often tennant’s are at a loss for legal remedy, unaware of their Tennant Rights & Residential Heating Ordinances. This is my first experience with this problem and I am truly appreciative of the awesome ,real time, information and advocacy that the MTO is doing. God Bless the works of your hands , time and dedication for a worthwhile, well-being life saving, and healthy living cause. Thank You.
I hope all works out for you. We are dedicated to making sure that everyone has safe, decent and affordable housing. We are always appreciative compliments and if you would like to volunteer let us know.