Evergreen Park ARTICLE VII. RENTAL HOUSING § 5-378
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The rental of bedrooms, sleeping rooms, or portions of a dwelling unit or swimming pools, yard, or garages on residential property is prohibited. All rentals must apply to the complete dwelling unit and zoning lot such that no property shall be operated similar to a boarding house, dormitory or other similar use. No separate dwelling unit shall be allowed below grade. (Am. Ord. No. 14-2013 § 4, 8-19-13; Am. Ord. No. 20-2024 § 2, 7-15-24; Am. Ord. No. 27-2025 § 1, 12-15-25)
Evergreen Park § 5-378 prohibits the rental of individual rooms, partial dwelling units, or specific amenities such as swimming pools, yards, or garages on residential property. Any lawful rental must cover the entire dwelling unit and its zoning lot, meaning arrangements resembling boarding houses or dormitories are not permitted. Additionally, no separate dwelling unit located below grade level may be rented out.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Evergreen Park § 5-378, compliant residential rental operators structure their leases to cover the complete dwelling unit and zoning lot rather than renting out individual bedrooms, sleeping rooms, or discrete amenities like garages or yards. Operators generally ensure that no portion of a property is offered in a manner that resembles a boarding house, dormitory, or similar multi-tenant arrangement. Properties with below-grade spaces should not be configured or advertised as separate rentable dwelling units.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Evergreen Park § 5-378 establishes that tenants have a right to rent a complete dwelling unit rather than a partial space or individual room, and the provision prohibits landlords from operating residential properties in a boarding-house or dormitory-like fashion. If a rental arrangement appears to conflict with these requirements — for example, if only a room or a below-grade space is being offered — tenants may consider contacting the Village of Evergreen Park directly or reaching out to a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options. Reviewing the full text of § 5-378 alongside any lease agreement can help clarify whether a proposed rental arrangement conforms to local requirements.
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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