Property Management
An Illinois residential landlord who provides false information on a rental application or lease is:
AOnly subject to civil penalties under the lease
BPotentially guilty of consumer fraud under the Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act✓ Correct
CNot liable as landlords are exempt from consumer fraud statutes
DOnly subject to IDFPR disciplinary action
Explanation
The Illinois Consumer Fraud and Deceptive Business Practices Act may apply to landlords who engage in deceptive practices in the context of leasing residential property. This law provides additional remedies for tenants beyond those available under the lease or the RLTO.
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