Property Management
An Illinois residential lease agreement may NOT include a clause that:
ARequires the tenant to obtain renter's insurance
BAllows the landlord to increase rent with 30 days' notice for a fixed-term lease✓ Correct
CRequires tenants to follow reasonable rules for common areas
DSpecifies that late rent payments incur a reasonable late fee
Explanation
A fixed-term lease (e.g., a 12-month lease at a specified rent) cannot include a unilateral rent increase clause by the landlord — the rent is fixed for the lease term. Rent increases can only take effect on lease renewal or with the tenant's agreement. Month-to-month tenancies can have rent increased with proper notice.
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