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Zion — Ch. 46 Human Relations § 46-27

Age

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Verified 11/10/2026 · Next check 12/10/2026
ZionFair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

Operative Text

Zion — Ch. 46 Human Relations § 46-27
No person under the age of 70 shall be forced to retire unless a showing can be made that the individual's age is directly related to his ability to adequately perform the duties of his position.
State Law reference-- "Age" defined, Ill. Rev. Stat. ch. 68, § 1-103(A).
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Plain English

Under Zion Ch. 46 § 46-27, no person younger than 70 can be compelled to retire unless the employer demonstrates that the individual's age directly affects their ability to perform the job. This provision establishes a protected class based on age and sets a high bar for any mandatory retirement policy to be considered lawful.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Property owners and managers operating in Zion should be aware that Ch. 46 § 46-27 restricts mandatory retirement policies for workers under 70. A compliant operator generally ensures that any age-based employment decision is supported by documented evidence directly linking age to job performance, rather than relying on age alone as a basis for separation.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Zion Ch. 46 § 46-27 protects workers under 70 from being forced into retirement without a demonstrated, job-related justification. Workers who believe this provision has been violated may consider raising it as a defense in an employment proceeding or contacting a local tenant- or worker-rights organization for general guidance on 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.

Generated November 9, 2026 — auto-generated, not yet human-reviewed. See /transparency for methodology.

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