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Chicago Heights, IL local landlord rules

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Last reviewed 2026-10-16

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Rental licensing / registrationIn Chicago Heights, a landlord needs a residential rental operating license from the city before a rental unit can be rented or occupied …

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Rental licensing / registration

In Chicago Heights, a landlord needs a residential rental operating license from the city before a rental unit can be rented or occupied (§ 22-57). Code text: "No person shall rent a dwelling or dwelling unit unless a current RRO license has been issued by the city clerk for the specific location."

Verified Source: Chicago Heights, IL Code of Ordinances § 22-57 · last checked 2026-10-16

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