Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-060
Warning statement (Chicago Lead-Bearing Substances Ordinance)
Operative Text
No person shall have, offer for sale, sell or give away any lead bearing substance that may be used by the general public unless it bears the warning statement as prescribed by the State of Illinois pursuant to 410 ILCS 45/6, as amended. (Added Coun. J. 11-5-93, p. 40561; Amend Coun. J. 12-13-06, p. 94902, § 1)
Under Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-060, no one may possess, offer for sale, sell, or give away a lead-bearing substance that could be used by the general public unless that substance carries the warning statement required by Illinois state law (410 ILCS 45/6). The rule applies broadly to any person involved in the distribution or transfer of such materials. Its purpose is to ensure that anyone who might encounter a lead-bearing product receives notice of its hazardous nature before it changes hands.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers who supply, sell, or distribute any lead-bearing substance covered by Chicago, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 7-4 § 7-4-060 are generally expected to verify that each such product displays the warning statement prescribed by Illinois under 410 ILCS 45/6 before it is offered or given to others. Compliant operators typically review product labeling at the point of acquisition and do not distribute materials that lack the required warning. Keeping records of product labels and supplier documentation can support a showing of compliance.
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. 7-4 § 7-4-060 gives residents a basis to expect that any lead-bearing substance made available to them—whether sold or given away—carries the state-mandated warning label. If a tenant believes a landlord or other party has provided a lead-bearing product without the required warning, that concern can generally be reported to local code enforcement or a tenant-rights organization familiar with Chicago's lead safety rules. Tenants may also wish to consult publicly available resources from the Chicago Department of Housing to understand how lead-safety requirements intersect with residential housing obligations.
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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