Chicago Renters' Rights Enforced by Class Action

     This case was filed on behalf of all tenants at three separate apartment buildings on Chicago's south side managed by the same company.  The named plaintiff had lived at her building at 4441 S Greenwood since 1989, and alleged she had not been paid interest on her $80 security deposit for more than 15 years.  Damages were sought for this under RLTO § 080.

     Also, it was alleged that building code violations were cited against the building in the 12 months before renters' renewals of leases in 2001 through 2006, so damages equal to one-month's rent per tenant were sought under RLTO § 100.

     Like most of the renters at the Greenwood building, the plaintiff was receiving rent subsidies from CHAC, Inc. under Section 8.  This does not bar renters' claims under the Chicago Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance.

     The class consists of more than 70 renters. The case settled with court approval.  If you have questions about the settlement or your status as a class-member, contact mark@depositlaw.com.