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Renter protections hearing

ChicagoJun 29, 20261 min read

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The committee held a hearing on the Protecting Renter’s Ordinance, which would update the Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance, codify the eviction counsel program, and reassign duties within the Department of Housing. No votes were taken.

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Committee on Housing and Real Estate

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The committee discussed a proposed renter-protection ordinance, but it did not vote on the measure at this hearing. The proposal would update Chicago’s landlord-tenant rules and formally include the eviction counsel program, which provides legal help in eviction cases. It would also change how responsibilities are handled within the Department of Housing. For residents, the main takeaway is that the ordinance was heard but not advanced or approved at this meeting.

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Held a subject matter hearing on the Protecting Renter’s Ordinance (O2026-0026554).
No votes were taken.

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Committee on Housing and Real Estate

Jun 29, 2026, 3:00 PMCity Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, City Hall, 121 North LaSalle Street - Chicago, IL 60602completed

Written Public Comment Deadline: June 26, 2026, 2:00 PM No votes will be taken at this date.

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