In Illinois, a landlord must provide written notice to a tenant if they plan to raise the rent. The notice must be given at least 30 days before the new rent amount takes effect. This notice can be in the form of a letter or a lease addendum.
There are some exceptions to this rule. If the lease agreement allows for rent increases without notice, or if the tenant agrees to the increase in writing, then the landlord may be able to raise the rent without giving 30 days notice.
It is important for tenants to review their lease agreement carefully to understand any provisions related to rent increases. If a tenant believes that their landlord has raised the rent without proper notice or in violation of the lease agreement, they can contact an attorney or file a complaint with the Illinois Attorney General's Office.
In addition, tenants may wish to negotiate with their landlord about rent increase amounts or timing. Maintaining open communication with the landlord can sometimes lead to a mutually beneficial resolution.
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