Elgin — Ch. 6.37 Rental Residential Property § 6.37.120
No effect on leases
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With the exception of the provisions set forth in section 6.37.100 is not intended to and does not affect the rights and obligations of the parties to a lease oral or written, of a rental residential property.
Section 6.37.120 of Elgin's Rental Residential Property chapter clarifies that, except for the requirements established in Section 6.37.100, the broader ordinance is not designed to alter or override the existing rights and obligations that landlords and tenants have under their lease agreements, whether those leases are written or oral. In other words, the lease contract between the parties generally remains intact and enforceable on its own terms. The ordinance operates alongside lease agreements rather than replacing or modifying them, with the noted exception.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Section 6.37.120, property owners and managers in Elgin can generally rely on the terms of their existing lease agreements—written or oral—remaining in effect, since the ordinance expressly states it does not intend to disturb those contractual rights and obligations. The key exception is Section 6.37.100, which does carry independent regulatory weight and should be reviewed separately to ensure compliance. Compliant operators typically maintain clear lease documentation and stay familiar with both their lease terms and the specific provisions of Chapter 6.37 that do apply.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 6.37.120 affirms that, apart from Section 6.37.100, the Elgin Rental Residential Property ordinance generally does not diminish or override the rights a tenant holds under a lease agreement, oral or written. This means lease-based protections and obligations continue to apply alongside the ordinance. Tenants who believe their lease rights have been affected may wish to review their lease terms, consult a local tenant-rights organization, or contact the City of Elgin for guidance on how Chapter 6.37 interacts with their specific lease.
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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