Landlord Tenant Privacy Rules

Summary

In Illinois, landlords are prohibited from disclosing a tenants personal information without their consent. This includes discussing the tenants business with others and sharing personal information. This is in line with the Illinois Landlord-Tenant Act and the Privacy Act.

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Can a landlord legally discuss a tenants business with anyone other than the tenant?
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Generally, landlords should not disclose tenants' personal information without their consent due to privacy laws. However, it can vary depending on the jurisdiction. Could you please let me know your location to provide more precise information?
I'm in Fulton county Illinois
In Illinois, landlords are prohibited from disclosing a tenant's personal information without consent. This includes:
- Discussing the tenant's business with others
- Sharing personal information
This is in line with the Illinois Landlord-Tenant Act and the Privacy Act.