Property Management
Under the Illinois Landlord Tenant Act (applicable outside Chicago), if a landlord fails to make a necessary repair after proper notice from the tenant, the tenant may:
AImmediately terminate the lease and move out
BWithhold all rent indefinitely without notice
CExercise remedies such as repair-and-deduct (subject to limitations) or seek rent escrow✓ Correct
DSublet the property without permission
Explanation
Illinois law provides several remedies for tenants when landlords fail to maintain habitable conditions. Outside Chicago, remedies may include repair-and-deduct (limited to lesser of $500 or monthly rent if the landlord doesn't repair within 14 days of written notice) and rent withholding into escrow in some circumstances.
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