North Chicago — Title 12 Ch. 2 Condominium Conversion § 12-2-2
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A. Terms Defined In Act: The terms "persons", "unit owner", "unit", "common elements", "property", "declaration" and "plat" shall have the definitions and meanings ascribed to them in the Condominium Property Act. [2] B. Interpretation: The terms "sell", "sale" and "sold" include soliciting, advertising or offering for sale. The term "codes" includes all building and zoning codes, rules and regulations of the City including but not limited to, those pertaining to the physical structure of buildings, plumbing, heating, electrical and cooling installations, and elevators and off-street parking facilities. The term "current codes" means those "codes" as defined above which are in effect at the time an application is filed for a certificate of inspection.
Section 12-2-2 of North Chicago's Condominium Conversion ordinance establishes the vocabulary used throughout the chapter. Key terms such as 'persons,' 'unit owner,' 'unit,' 'common elements,' 'property,' 'declaration,' and 'plat' carry the same meanings as defined in the Illinois Condominium Property Act. Additionally, the ordinance broadens the meaning of 'sell' and related terms to cover advertising and soliciting, and defines 'codes' and 'current codes' to encompass all applicable city building, zoning, and related regulations in effect when an inspection certificate application is submitted.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Property owners and managers involved in condominium conversions in North Chicago should be aware that under § 12-2-2, any advertising or soliciting of units for sale is treated the same as a completed sale for regulatory purposes. The definition of 'current codes' ties compliance to the building, plumbing, heating, electrical, cooling, elevator, and parking standards in force at the time an inspection certificate application is filed—not at any earlier point. Operators generally ensure that all marketing materials and inspection applications align with these definitions to avoid inadvertently triggering obligations under the broader chapter.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under § 12-2-2, tenants in buildings undergoing condominium conversion should know that the ordinance's protections apply from the moment a unit is advertised or solicited for sale, not only after a formal sale is completed. The broad definition of 'codes' means that the physical condition of the building—including plumbing, heating, electrical systems, and parking—must meet city standards current at the time an inspection certificate is sought. Tenants who believe these standards are not being met may wish to contact a local tenant-rights organization or review the full North Chicago Condominium Conversion chapter for guidance on available remedies.
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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