Property Management
In Illinois, when may a landlord enter a tenant's rented unit without notice?
AAt any time during normal business hours
BOnly in emergency situations (fire, flood, gas leak, etc.)✓ Correct
CWith 12-hour advance notice
DAnytime the landlord owns more than 10 units
Explanation
Under Illinois law and the Chicago RLTO, a landlord may enter a tenant's unit without prior notice only in genuine emergency situations—such as fire, flooding, gas leaks, or other immediate dangers. For non-emergency entry (repairs, inspections, showing to prospective tenants), Illinois law requires reasonable advance notice (Chicago RLTO requires at least 2 days' notice). Entering without proper notice violates the tenant's right to quiet enjoyment.
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