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Illinois Commercial Lease Agreement PDF

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Illinois at a glance: Eviction Notice: 5 days' notice to pay (735 ILCS 5/9-209) · Security Deposit: No statutory limit or interest requirements · Governing Law: Illinois Compiled Statutes Chapter 765

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Overview

Commercial Lease Agreements in Illinois

Illinois commercial leases must comply with Chapter 765 of the Illinois Compiled Statutes. Landlords must issue a 5-day notice to pay before filing an eviction (735 ILCS 5/9-209).
Key Facts

Illinois Commercial Lease Agreement — Quick Reference

RequirementIllinois Rule
Eviction Notice5 days' notice to pay (735 ILCS 5/9-209)
Security DepositNo statutory limit or interest requirements
Governing LawIllinois Compiled Statutes Chapter 765
Legal Requirements

Illinois Legal Requirements

  • Eviction processes must proceed through the Illinois Forcible Entry and Detainer Act.
Governing Laws

Illinois Governing Laws

735 ILCS 5/9-209
Demand for Rent
Defines 5-day pay or quit notice for commercial tenancies.

Read the full text of these laws at Cornell Law School's Illinois legal resources or your state legislature's official website.

Questions & Answers

Illinois Commercial Lease Agreement — Frequently Asked Questions

Can an Illinois commercial landlord lock out a tenant without court?

No. Illinois courts strongly disfavor self-help commercial evictions; landlords must use the judicial eviction process.