Oak Park Title 12 Residential Rental Licensing (Arts. 2, 4, 6) § 12-2-7
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Every owner or agent of a licensed multiple-family rental residential property shall keep records itemizing all repairs, alterations or decorating expenses in excess of fifty dollars ($50.00) per expenditure for a period of five (5) years after such expenditure. Upon request, such records shall be made available during normal business hours upon request of the Village Manager or the Manager's authorized representatives. (Ord. 16-088, 7-18-2016, eff. 9-1-2016; amd. Ord. 25- 154, 11-11-2025)
Under Oak Park Title 12, § 12-2-7, owners or agents of licensed multi-family rental properties are required to maintain detailed records of any individual repair, alteration, or decorating expense exceeding $50 for a minimum of five years from the date of each expenditure. These records must be made available to the Village Manager or authorized representatives during normal business hours when requested. The rule creates an ongoing recordkeeping obligation tied to the property's licensed status.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Operators of licensed multi-family rental properties in Oak Park should maintain organized documentation—such as invoices, receipts, and work orders—for every repair, alteration, or decorating expense over $50, as required by § 12-2-7. These records must be retained for five years per expenditure and be readily accessible during normal business hours in the event the Village Manager or a designated representative requests them. Establishing a consistent filing system, whether digital or physical, helps ensure compliance with this ongoing obligation.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-2-7 of Oak Park Title 12 establishes that your landlord is required to keep detailed expense records for repairs, alterations, and decorating costs above $50 for at least five years. While this recordkeeping requirement is primarily enforced by the Village Manager, the existence of these records can be relevant when questions arise about property maintenance or the condition of a rental unit. Tenants who believe a landlord may not be meeting this obligation can contact the Village of Oak Park or consult a local tenant-rights organization to understand available options.
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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