Bourbonnais — Ch. 17 Housing § 17-1
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The village hereby adopts by reference the most recent edition of the CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code promulgated by the Building Officials Conference of America, Inc.
Section 17-1 of Bourbonnais Chapter 17 Housing establishes that the village's housing standards for one- and two-family dwellings are governed by the most current edition of the CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code, a model code developed by the Building Officials Conference of America. By adopting this code by reference, the village incorporates all of its technical construction and safety requirements as if they were written directly into local law. This means the standards in effect are those of the latest published edition of that model code, as recognized by the village.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 17-1 of Bourbonnais Chapter 17, operators and owners of one- and two-family dwellings are generally expected to ensure their properties meet the standards set forth in the most recent edition of the CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code. Compliant operators typically stay current with any updates to that edition, since the village's adoption is tied to the most recent version. Consulting the village's building department can help clarify which specific edition is currently recognized and what technical requirements apply to construction, renovation, or maintenance work.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 17-1 of Bourbonnais Chapter 17 means that tenants living in one- or two-family dwellings have the benefit of protections established by the CABO One and Two Family Dwelling Code, as adopted by the village. If a tenant believes their dwelling does not meet the standards incorporated under this provision, general enforcement paths may include filing a complaint with the village's building or housing department. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with local Bourbonnais housing rules can help explain what the code requires and what options may be available.
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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