Aurora — Art. 12-X Landlord-Tenant Leases § 12-401
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This article applies to all landlords within the City of Aurora. For purposes of this article, "landlord" shall be defined as the persons, partnerships, or corporations who own and lease real property, whether commercial or residential, including a representative acting on the owner's behalf within the corporate limits of the City of Aurora. (Ord. No. O08-07, § 1, 10-14-08)
Aurora's Article 12-X, § 12-401 establishes who is covered by the city's landlord-tenant lease regulations. The rule defines 'landlord' broadly to include individuals, partnerships, and corporations that own and lease real property—whether commercial or residential—as well as any representative acting on an owner's behalf, as long as the property is within Aurora's city limits. This scope provision sets the foundation for all other requirements and protections found in Article 12-X.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 12-401, any person, partnership, or corporation that owns and leases property within Aurora's city limits is subject to Article 12-X, including agents or property managers acting on an owner's behalf. This means that both commercial and residential landlords operating in Aurora are covered, and delegating management duties to a representative does not remove the owner from the article's reach. Operators generally ensure that anyone acting on their behalf is also aware of and compliant with the obligations established throughout Article 12-X.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-401 of Aurora's Article 12-X confirms that the city's landlord-tenant lease rules apply broadly, covering owners of both residential and commercial properties as well as their representatives. If a tenant is dealing with a property manager or agent rather than the owner directly, that representative is still considered a 'landlord' under this provision and is subject to the same article's requirements. Tenants who believe the article's protections are not being honored may wish to contact Aurora's city offices or a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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