Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-080
Nuisance in connection with business (Chicago Health Nuisances Ordinance)
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No substance, matter, or thing of any kind whatever, which shall be dangerous or detrimental to health, shall be allowed to exist in connection with any business, or be used therein, or be used in any work or labor performed in the city, and no nuisance shall be permitted to exist in connection with any business or in connection with any such work or labor. Any person who violates this section shall be subject to a fine of not less than $300.00 and not more than $1,000.00 for each offense. Each day that such a violation continues shall be considered a separate and distinct offense. (Prior code § 99-5; Amend Coun. J. 11-15-00, p. 46866, § 1)
Under Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-080, no business or work activity in Chicago may involve substances or conditions that are dangerous or detrimental to health, and no nuisance may be permitted to exist in connection with any such business or labor. Violations carry fines ranging from $300 to $1,000 per offense, with each day a violation continues treated as a separate offense. The rule applies broadly to any person responsible for allowing such conditions to persist.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers who operate or host businesses in Chicago should be aware that Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-28 § 7-28-080 prohibits health-threatening substances and nuisance conditions in connection with any business or work activity on their premises. Compliant operators generally conduct regular inspections, promptly address hazardous materials or conditions, and maintain records of corrective actions taken. Because fines accrue daily—between $300 and $1,000 per day—operators typically act quickly once a potential violation is identified.
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. 7-28 § 7-28-080 gives residents a basis to raise concerns when a nearby business or work activity involves health-threatening substances or nuisance conditions. Tenants who believe a violation is occurring may consider filing a complaint with the Chicago Department of Housing or another relevant city agency, or consulting a tenant-rights organization familiar with Chicago municipal code enforcement. Documenting the conditions—including dates and descriptions—is a step that tenants commonly take when pursuing a complaint under this provision.
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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