💵 Chicago Rent Increase Notice

Fair Notice Required – RLTO 5-12-130

📈 Advance Notice Required
30 DaysUnder 6 Mo
60 Days6 Mo – 3 Yr
120 DaysOver 3 Years

⚖️ RLTO 5-12-130: Chicago landlords must provide advance written notice of rent increases based on the tenant’s length of tenancy. The same Fair Notice requirements apply to rent increases as to terminations.

🚨 Important: A rent increase without proper Fair Notice is VOID. The tenant may continue paying the current rent until proper notice is provided.

🏠 Property Information

🏢 Landlord Information

👤 Tenant Information

💰 Rent Increase Details

Rent Change Summary

Current Rent
$0.00
→
New Rent
$0.00

Increase: $0.00 (0%)

📅 Notice Period

📊 Notice Calculation

Tenancy Length:—
Required Notice:30 days
Notice Date:—
Effective Date:—

💳 Payment Information

💡 Reminder: Late fees under the RLTO are limited to $10 for the first $500 of rent plus 5% of any amount over $500, and only after a 5-day grace period.

✍️ Landlord Signature

📋 Tenant Acknowledgment (Optional)

I acknowledge receipt of this rent increase notice.

Chicago Rent Increase Notice Requirements

The RLTO Fair Notice Ordinance requires Chicago landlords to provide advance written notice before increasing rent. The amount of notice depends on how long the tenant has lived in the unit.

Key Point: Chicago has no rent control – landlords can raise rent by any amount. But they MUST provide proper advance notice based on tenancy length.

Notice Period Requirements

Tenancy LengthRequired Notice
Less than 6 months30 days before effective date
6 months to 3 years60 days before effective date
Over 3 years120 days before effective date

What Happens Without Proper Notice?

  • The rent increase is VOID
  • Tenant can continue paying the current rent
  • Landlord must start the notice period over
  • No eviction can be filed for non-payment of the “increased” amount

Best Practices

  • Send notice via certified mail with return receipt
  • Keep a copy of the signed notice
  • Calculate the effective date carefully
  • Include the exact new rent amount
  • Provide at least the minimum notice – more is safer

⚖️ Legal Disclaimer

This form is for informational purposes only. Chicago has no rent control, but Fair Notice requirements are strictly enforced. Always verify current RLTO requirements and consult with an attorney for legal advice.