HB5234 - 104th General Assembly (2025-2026)

LANDLORD-TENANT FEES
Last Action
2/10/2026 - House: Referred to Rules Committee
House Sponsors
Rep. Nabeela Syed
Statutes Amended In Order of Appearance
765 ILCS 705/35 new  
Synopsis As Introduced
Amends the Landlord and Tenant Act. Requires landlords to disclose all non-optional fees in a clear and conspicuous manner in the listing and on the first page of the lease. Requires landlords to disclose if any utility bills are non-optional fees in the listing and the first page of the lease. Provides that if a landlord failed to comply with this disclosure, the landlord may not collect the non-optional fee. Prohibits a landlord from charging a bundled services fee that combines optional and non-optional fees. Prohibits a landlord from charging a tenant with a fee or fine that includes, but is not limited to, an application fee that includes a background check of more than $50, an after-hours request for maintenance service, or pest abatement or removal in which the tenant has not contributed to the infestation. Prohibits a landlord from charging a tenant more than one of the following: (i) a security deposit, (ii) a move-in fee, or (iii) a move-out fee. Exempts leases in owner-occupied buildings containing 6 or fewer units and to nonresidential tenancies. Defines terms. Creates a civil cause of action for violation of the Act by a landlord. Makes other changes. Limits home rule.
Actions
DateChamberAction
2/05/2026HouseFiled with the Clerk by Rep. Nabeela Syed
2/10/2026HouseFirst Reading
2/10/2026HouseReferred to Rules Committee