How many days notice does a landlord need to give for non-payment of rent in Illinois?

In Illinois, a landlord must give 5 days notice to pay or quit before filing for eviction due to non-payment of rent. This is governed by 735 ILCS 5/9-201 et seq. (Forcible Entry and Detainer) + Chicago RLTO (locally).

What is the no-cause notice period for landlords in Illinois?

In Illinois, landlords must provide 30 days notice to terminate a month-to-month tenancy without cause.

What are the valid grounds for eviction in Illinois?

Illinois recognizes the following grounds for eviction: Non-payment of rent (5-day notice); Lease violation (10-day cure); Holdover; Criminal activity; Property damage.

Illinois Landlord-Tenant Law

Q: Is there rent control in Illinois?

Illinois does not have statewide rent control. Illinois law prohibits rent control (765 ILCS 720). Chicago's Tenant Protections Ordinance is not rent control.

Tribunal: Circuit Court

5 Days — Pay or Quit

30 Days — No-Cause Notice

10 Days — Cure or Quit

Notice Periods

Situation	Notice Required
Non-payment of rent	5 days to pay or quit
Month-to-month termination (no cause)	30 days
Lease violation (cure or quit)	10 days

Security Deposit

No statewide cap. Chicago RLTO requires interest on deposits (§ 5-12-082).

Grounds for Eviction

Non-payment of rent (5-day notice)
Lease violation (10-day cure)
Holdover
Criminal activity
Property damage

Rent Control

No Statewide Rent Control

Illinois law prohibits rent control (765 ILCS 720). Chicago's Tenant Protections Ordinance is not rent control.

Electronic Signatures

U.S. ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. §7001) + state UETA adoption

Electronic signatures on leases and notices are valid in Illinois. Generate and e-sign a form →

Governing Statute

735 ILCS 5/9-201 et seq. (Forcible Entry and Detainer) + Chicago RLTO (locally)

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