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Illinois Eviction Notice Requirements (2026)
Complete guide to Illinois eviction notice periods, deposit return rules, and recent law changes. Generate a legally appropriate Illinois eviction notice in seconds with RentGuard — free.
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Illinois notice periods
Security deposit rules
30 days statewide. Chicago: 30-45 days depending on circumstances. Chicago deposits over $100 must earn interest.
Rent control status
No rent control. Illinois Rent Control Preemption Act prohibits local rent control statewide.
Key Illinois landlord rules
✓Chicago RLTO (Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance) provides significantly stronger protections for Chicago properties
✓Chicago landlords must provide required RLTO disclosure booklet to all tenants
✓5-day pay-or-quit must state exact amount due
✓Chicago: Tenant may withhold rent for material breach of habitability after written notice
Recent law changes in Illinois
⚠ Chicago RLTO updates (2024): Strengthened retaliatory eviction protections
Frequently asked questions — Illinois eviction
How much notice does a landlord have to give in Illinois?+
In Illinois, landlords must give 30 days notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy. Month-to-month tenancy.
What is the eviction notice period for nonpayment of rent in Illinois?+
Illinois requires a 5-day notice for nonpayment of rent. Tenant has right to pay within 5 days to avoid eviction filing.
How long does a landlord have to return a security deposit in Illinois?+
30 days statewide. Chicago: 30-45 days depending on circumstances. Chicago deposits over $100 must earn interest.
Is there rent control in Illinois?+
No rent control. Illinois Rent Control Preemption Act prohibits local rent control statewide.
How do I evict a tenant in Illinois?+
To evict a tenant in Illinois, serve the appropriate written notice (5 days for nonpayment), wait for the notice period to expire, then file for eviction in your local court if the tenant has not complied. RentGuard can generate the correct Illinois notice form for free.
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