Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-190
Rights and remedies under other laws (Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLTO))
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To the extent that this chapter provides no right or remedy in a circumstance, the rights and remedies available to landlords and tenants under the laws of the State of Illinois or other local ordinance shall remain applicable. (Prior code § 193.1-18; Added Coun. J. 9-8-86, p. 33771; Amend Coun. J. 11-6-91, p. 7196)
Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-190 establishes that Chapter 5-12 of the Chicago Municipal Code does not operate as the exclusive source of rights and remedies for landlords and tenants. Wherever the chapter is silent or does not address a particular situation, Illinois state law and other applicable local ordinances continue to apply. This provision ensures that gaps in the chapter's coverage do not leave parties without legal recourse.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-190, property owners and managers operating in Chicago are not limited solely to the remedies spelled out in Chapter 5-12. Compliant operators generally remain aware that Illinois state statutes and other local ordinances may provide additional rights or obligations that fill gaps left by the chapter. Staying informed about the full body of applicable law—not just Chapter 5-12—is a characteristic of thorough property management practice.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 5-12 § 5-12-190 means that if a tenant's concern is not addressed by Chapter 5-12 of the Chicago Municipal Code, rights and remedies under Illinois state law or other local ordinances may still be available. Tenants can explore whether state statutes, such as those governing security deposits or habitability, or other Chicago ordinances apply to their situation. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid resources can help identify which body of law may be relevant when Chapter 5-12 does not directly cover a particular circumstance.
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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