Justice Ch. 5 Art. IX Occupancy Standards (§§5-301–5-310) § 5-310
Maintenance Of The Rental Agreement
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Each landlord shall maintain a file for each rental unit. Upon demand of the Village in writing, the landlord shall produce such file including the rental agreement at the offices of the Village Clerk within forty eight (48) hours for review and copying by Village personnel. (Ord. 97-2, § 10, 1-27-1997)
Under Justice Ch. 5 Art. IX §§5-301–5-310, landlords are required to keep a dedicated file for each rental unit they own or manage. If the Village of Justice makes a written request, that file—including the rental agreement—must be delivered to the Village Clerk's office within 48 hours so that Village personnel can review and copy it. This provision establishes a record-keeping and disclosure obligation tied to a specific governmental demand process.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under §§5-301–5-310, compliant operators generally maintain an organized, up-to-date file for every rental unit, including the current rental agreement and any relevant documentation. When the Village of Justice issues a written demand, that file must be physically produced at the Village Clerk's office within the 48-hour window specified by the ordinance. Property managers with multiple units typically establish a consistent filing system so that any unit's records can be located and delivered promptly without delay.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under Justice Ch. 5 Art. IX §§5-301–5-310, your landlord is obligated to keep a file for your rental unit—including the rental agreement—and to make it available to the Village of Justice upon written demand. If you have concerns about whether your landlord is maintaining proper records or honoring the terms of your rental agreement, the Village Clerk's office is one avenue through which records can be reviewed. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Village of Justice regulations can help you understand what options may be available when record-keeping obligations appear to go unmet.
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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