The Hotline has served as MTO’s eyes and ears into the lives of renters. Since its inception in 1994, the MTO Hotline has fielded more than 150,000 calls, carefully collecting information and tracking data on …
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*This Ordinance applies to residences within the city of Chicago only. For tenants in suburban Chicagoland, please click here for the law as it applies in your town.
Municipal Code of Chicago
Title 5 Chapter 12
Residential Landlords …
What is lead poisoning?
Lead is a poison that impacts everyone, especially children ages 6 years and younger. Lead can harm the brain, nerves, kidneys, digestive system, hearing and …
NOTE: If your landlord lives in your building, see the “Exceptions” note on the right side of this page.
This FAQ describes the different types of leases, how and when you can terminate a lease …
NOTE: If your landlord lives in your building, see the “Exceptions” note on the right side of this page.
What is my landlord responsible for?
Your landlord has a duty to keep your apartment in …
Can I withhold rent or use my rent to fix a mold problem?
Yes, See “Apartment Repairs and Conditions.” Mold grows on wet or damp surfaces. If mold exists in your apartment, …
Noisy and problematic neighbors are one of the most difficult issues to solve. First off, both parties are tenants. Both have rights. These problems range from neighbors …
