Fairview Heights, IL Code of Ordinances Art. XI Residential Rental License §§ 8-11-1 – 8-11-11 § 8-11-11
Penalties
Operative Text
(A) Any person who violates the provisions of this Article or fails to comply with any
lawful order pursuant to any section of this Article, upon conviction thereof, shall, in addition to any other
remedy established herein, be subject to punishment in accordance with the general penalty for
violations
of ordinances of the City. Each day that such violation or failure to comply continues after issuance of
notice by the code official shall constitute a separate offense.
(B) Any person whose Residential Rental License has been suspended or revoked
shall be deemed to be in violation of this Article, and in addition to any other remedies as may be
provided by law, shall be subject to any of the following:
(1) A fine in an amount of not less than Two Hundred Fifty Dollars
($250.00) and no more than One Thousand Five Hundred Dollars
($1,500.00), per unit for each day the violation exists;
(2) Any and all civil remedies available to the City, including any and all
injunctive remedies that a court of competent jurisdiction may impose.
(Ord. No. 1762-16; 09-06-16)Fairview Heights, IL Code of Ordinances Art. XI §§ 8-11-1 – 8-11-11 establishes a two-track penalty structure for violations of the city's residential rental licensing rules. General violations are punishable under the city's standard ordinance penalty framework, with each day after notice from the code official counting as a separate offense. When a rental license has been suspended or revoked, the operator faces steeper consequences: fines ranging from $250 to $1,500 per unit for every day the violation continues, plus the city's full range of civil and injunctive remedies.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Fairview Heights Art. XI §§ 8-11-1 – 8-11-11, compliant rental operators maintain a current Residential Rental License and promptly address any notices issued by the code official to avoid per-day penalty accumulation. Operators whose licenses have been suspended or revoked face fines of $250–$1,500 per unit per day, making swift resolution of licensing issues a practical priority. Keeping documentation of license status, renewal submissions, and any correspondence with the code official is a standard practice for demonstrating ongoing compliance.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Fairview Heights Art. XI §§ 8-11-1 – 8-11-11 gives the city authority to fine landlords operating with a suspended or revoked Residential Rental License up to $1,500 per unit per day, and to seek injunctive relief through the courts. Tenants who believe their landlord is operating without a valid license may report the concern to the Fairview Heights code enforcement office, which has authority to issue notices and pursue penalties. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help residents understand how this provision may relate to their housing situation.
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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