Tilton, Ill., Mun. Code ch. 226 § 226-14
Penalty (Tilton Rental Properties Ordinance)
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[Amended at time of adoption of Code (see Ch. 1, General Provisions, Art. I)] Any property owner found to be in violation of any of the provisions of this article shall be subject to a fine not to exceed $750, plus court costs.
Section 226-14 of Tilton's Municipal Code establishes a financial penalty for property owners who violate the rental housing provisions set out in Chapter 226. The maximum fine is $750, and a violating owner may also be required to pay court costs on top of that amount. This penalty structure applies to any provision within the article, not just specific types of violations.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Tilton Municipal Code § 226-14, property owners who fail to comply with any requirement in Chapter 226 face fines of up to $750 per violation, along with potential court costs. Operators who maintain properties in full compliance with all provisions of the article generally avoid exposure to these penalties. Keeping thorough records of maintenance, inspections, and tenant communications is a common practice among compliant property managers.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 226-14 of Tilton's Municipal Code provides that property owners can be fined up to $750, plus court costs, for violating the rental housing rules in Chapter 226. If a tenant believes a landlord has violated a provision of this article, one general path is to report the concern to the appropriate local municipal authority, which may investigate and pursue enforcement. Tenant-rights organizations can also help residents understand what options may be available under this provision.
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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