Cal. Civ. Code § 380.506
Eviction
Operative Text
Landlords shall have the right to evict Tenants from Units for good cause, as permitted under State and local law.
Section 380.506 of the Illinois Administrative Code establishes that landlords hold the right to remove tenants from their units, but only when "good cause" exists and the eviction is otherwise permitted under applicable state and local law. The rule ties the eviction right to a legal standard rather than leaving it entirely to the landlord's discretion. Both state statutes and any relevant local ordinances shape what qualifies as good cause in a given jurisdiction.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under 47 Ill. Admin. Code pt. 380 § 380.506, a compliant operator grounds any eviction action in a recognized good-cause basis as defined by Illinois state law and the applicable local ordinances for the property's location. Operators typically document the specific cause—such as nonpayment of rent, lease violations, or other permissible grounds—before initiating any removal proceeding. Familiarity with both state-level requirements and any local rent or tenant-protection ordinances is a standard part of managing properties in Illinois.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 380.506 means that a landlord's right to evict is not unconditional—it must be grounded in good cause as recognized by Illinois state law and any local ordinances that apply to the rental unit. Tenants who believe an eviction lacks a valid good-cause basis may raise that issue as a defense in eviction proceedings. Tenant-rights organizations and local legal aid offices can help renters understand what good cause standards apply in their specific municipality and what procedural options may be available.
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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