Raccoon Infestation Landlord Neglect

Summary

Landlords in Illinois are required to maintain habitable living conditions. If a landlord is unresponsive to issues like raccoon infestations, tenants have the right to withhold rent until the problem is resolved. Additionally, tenants can contact local health departments or housing authorities for further assistance.

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Raccoons are entering my unit, landlord is unresponsive for almost * weeks
I'm sorry to hear about your situation, ****. Could you please tell me where you're located so I can provide you with the most accurate legal information?
Ottawa, IL
As per Illinois law:
- Landlords must offer a habitable living environment.
- If the landlord isn't addressing the issue, you have the right to withhold rent until the problem is fixed.
You can also contact your local health department or housing authority for further assistance.
Thank you
You're welcome, ****! If you need further guidance or have any other concerns, don't hesitate to ask. Best of luck with your situation!