Wood Dale ARTICLE XVI RESIDENTIAL RENTAL PROPERTY § 6.1610
Inspection Access
Operative Text
If any owner, property agent, occupant or other person in control of a residential rental property or a dwelling unit contained therein fails or refuses to consent to free access and entry to the property or dwelling unit under his control for any inspection pursuant to this article, the Code Official or his designee may apply to the Circuit Court for a search warrant or other appropriate court order authorizing such inspections. (Ord. O-07-001, 1-4-2007; amd. Ord. O-22-031, 11-17-2022)
Wood Dale's § 6.1610 establishes a process for handling situations where access to a residential rental property or dwelling unit is denied for an inspection required under Article XVI. When an owner, property agent, occupant, or other person in control refuses or fails to allow free entry, the Code Official or a designated representative is authorized to seek a search warrant or other appropriate court order from the Circuit Court. The provision ensures that inspections can proceed through a judicial process even when voluntary consent is withheld.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 6.1610, operators of residential rental properties in Wood Dale are generally expected to provide free access and entry to inspectors conducting inspections authorized by Article XVI. A compliant property owner or manager typically cooperates with scheduled or required inspections without compelling the Code Official to pursue a court order. When access is denied, the Code Official is empowered to escalate the matter to the Circuit Court, which can result in a legally compelled inspection.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section § 6.1610 is relevant to occupants of residential rental units in Wood Dale because it applies to any person in control of a dwelling unit, which can include tenants. Tenants have the right to understand that while inspections under Article XVI may be required, the Code Official must obtain a Circuit Court search warrant or court order if consent is refused — meaning judicial oversight is part of the process. Tenants who have questions about their rights regarding inspection access may benefit from consulting a local tenant-rights organization or reviewing Wood Dale's municipal code.
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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