Crest Hill, IL Code of Ordinances Ch. 15.09 Inspection of Rental Units § 15.09.060
Suspension or Revocation of Certificate
Operative Text
(A) If the Building Inspector or their designee determines that any person has failed to comply with
this chapter, the Building Inspector may suspend or revoke the certificate of inspection held by that
person. The suspension or revocation of any certificate shall not discharge the holder from prosecution
in local court for any violation of this chapter.
(B) The Building Inspector may suspend, revoke or refuse to renew the certificate of inspection held
by any person who knowingly:
(1) Violates any federal or state statute where the violation is deemed to be a felony or
misdemeanor, including, but not limited to, any conduct which violates any local, state, or federal law
prohibiting the manufacture, distribution, delivery, use, or possession of a controlled substance, or any
state or local laws relating to prostitution or prostitution-related activity;
(2) Permits the premises subject to inspection under this chapter to be used in a manner that
constitutes a public nuisance after having received written notice from the city or any other governmental
entity that the premises constitutes a public nuisance, and having failed within a reasonable time to take
action to terminate the nuisance after receipt of written notice of such condition. The term PUBLIC
NUISANCE shall mean any conduct of individuals or condition of property that injures or endangers the
health, safety, and welfare of the surrounding community or that obstructs reasonable use of property,
including any conduct or condition that has been defined by Illinois common law to constitute a public
nuisance;
(3) Violates or fails to comply with any provisions of the Crest Hill Zoning Ordinance, Crest Hill
Code of Ordinances, ICC Codes, or other rules or regulations regarding the construction, maintenance,
upkeep or condition of the premises owned by that person.
(C) Any person whose certificate of inspection has been suspended or revoked by the Building
Inspector may appeal the decision to the City Council or any standing or special committee designated
by the City Council by filing a written notice of appeal with the City Clerk's office within three business
days of the person's receipt of the decision. The City Council or its designated hearing committee may
review the Building Inspector's decision and may affirm or reverse the decision or remand it to the
Building Inspector for further action or review.
(D) The city shall be authorized to recover any expenses incurred by the city in abating a public
nuisance pursuant to any proceedings instituted by the Building Inspector. Any misconduct or condition
of property resulting in the suspension, revocation, or refusal to renew a certificate of inspection shall be
deemed a public nuisance for which expenses may be recovered.Crest Hill, IL Code of Ordinances § 15.09.060 establishes the conditions under which a rental property's certificate of inspection can be suspended, revoked, or denied renewal. The Building Inspector holds authority to take these actions when a certificate holder fails to comply with the chapter, engages in certain criminal conduct, allows a property to become a public nuisance, or violates applicable building and zoning codes. A suspension or revocation does not shield the certificate holder from local court prosecution, and the city may also recover costs it incurs in abating a public nuisance tied to the property.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 15.09.060, compliant rental property operators in Crest Hill generally maintain their certificate of inspection by keeping their properties free of code violations, zoning infractions, and conditions that could be classified as a public nuisance. Operators who receive written notice from the city or another governmental entity that a nuisance condition exists typically act promptly to remedy it, since inaction after such notice is one of the enumerated grounds for suspension or revocation. Landlords whose certificates are suspended or revoked retain the right to appeal the Building Inspector's decision to the City Council by filing a written notice with the City Clerk's office within three business days of receiving the decision.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 15.09.060 provides tenants with context about how Crest Hill enforces rental property standards: the Building Inspector can suspend or revoke a landlord's certificate of inspection for serious code violations, nuisance conditions, or certain criminal conduct on the premises. Tenants who believe their rental property has conditions that may constitute a public nuisance or code violation may report those concerns to the city, which can trigger the Building Inspector's review process. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid resources can help renters understand how certificate enforcement intersects with their housing rights and what options may be available to them.
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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