Auburn — Ch. 13 Art. VI Minimum Housing Standards § 13-109
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Any person, firm or corporation violating or failing to comply with any of the provisions of this article shall, upon conviction, be punished by a fine not to exceed five hundred dollars ($500. 00). Any dwelling that remains unfit for human habitation for a period that exceeds ninety (90) days shall be subject to demolition under Section 11-31-1 of the Illinois Municipal Code (65 ILCS 5/11-31-1).
Section 13-109 of Auburn's Minimum Housing Standards establishes two distinct consequences for violations of Article VI. First, any person, firm, or corporation found guilty of violating the article's provisions may face a criminal fine of up to $500 upon conviction. Second, if a dwelling is deemed unfit for human habitation and that condition persists for more than 90 days, the structure becomes subject to demolition proceedings under Illinois Municipal Code Section 11-31-1 (65 ILCS 5/11-31-1).
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 13-109, property owners and managers who fail to comply with Auburn's Minimum Housing Standards face fines of up to $500 per conviction, and properties left unfit for human habitation for more than 90 days may be subject to demolition under state law. Operators who maintain habitable conditions and promptly address code deficiencies generally avoid both the criminal penalty track and the more severe demolition pathway. Keeping documented records of repairs, inspections, and corrective actions is a practice commonly associated with demonstrating ongoing compliance with Article VI.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 13-109 signals that Auburn treats Minimum Housing Standards violations seriously enough to impose criminal fines and, in prolonged cases, demolition of unfit dwellings. Tenants who believe their home does not meet the standards set out in Article VI may report conditions to the local code enforcement authority, which has the power to pursue penalties against non-compliant property owners. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help residents understand what options exist, including how a documented violation under this provision might be relevant in other housing proceedings.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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