Elmwood Park, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 41B § 41B-14
Penalty for Violation (Elmwood Park Rental Residential Property Ordinance)
Operative Text
[Added 7-12-2021 by Ord. No. 2021-45 ] Any person, firm, partnership or corporation violating any of the provisions of this chapter, in addition to other legal and equitable remedies available to the Village shall, upon conviction or finding of liable, whether by a court of competent jurisdiction or administrative hearing officer, be subject to a fine of not less than $50 nor more than $750 for each violation. Each day during which a violation of this chapter continues or is permitted to exist shall be considered a separate and distinct offense.
Section 41B-14 of the Elmwood Park Municipal Code establishes financial penalties for violations of Chapter 41B, the village's rent regulation ordinance. Any individual, business, or organization found liable for a violation—whether through a court or an administrative hearing—faces a fine ranging from $50 to $750 per violation. Importantly, each day that a violation continues is treated as a separate offense, meaning fines can accumulate over time.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 41B-14, property owners and managers in Elmwood Park are expected to maintain continuous compliance with all requirements of Chapter 41B, since each day a violation persists is counted as a distinct offense. A compliant operator generally conducts regular reviews of their practices to ensure no provision of the chapter is being overlooked, as fines between $50 and $750 can compound quickly across multiple days. Violations may be adjudicated either in court or before an administrative hearing officer, so operators typically keep thorough records demonstrating their adherence to the ordinance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 41B-14 gives Elmwood Park the authority to impose fines on landlords or other parties who violate Chapter 41B's rent regulations, with penalties ranging from $50 to $750 for each day a violation continues. Tenants who believe a violation is occurring may report the issue to the Village of Elmwood Park, which can pursue enforcement through a court or an administrative hearing officer. Consulting a local tenant-rights organization can help tenants understand what conduct qualifies as a violation under Chapter 41B and what remedies may be available alongside the village's penalty process.
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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