Illegal Property Rental Concerns

Summary

Landlord impersonation is illegal. Tenants have the right to a habitable property. Landlords cannot change locks without notice. Consult an attorney for legal action. Prairie State Legal Services offers free legal help for low-income persons and seniors in Illinois. Contact them to discuss your case.

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The person who rented me a house doesn't legally own it nor the legal owners know I was renting it. also changed the locks but willing to meet me to obtain my belongings. When I rented it I was unaware of the ownership. Was told the roof was going to be fixed in a couple months. Never got done. Mold in the house from roof leaking and ceiling tiles fell. I was aware of the locks being changed when I went to obtain my belongings. Was told she didn't have a key but the house was unlocked so she changed the locks without contacting me.
Hello Laura, I'm sorry to hear about your situation. To provide the most accurate information, could you please tell me where this property is located?
Peoria IL
That's a complex issue, Laura. Here's some general legal information based on your situation in Peoria, IL:
- Landlord impersonation is illegal.
- A tenant has the right to a habitable property.
- Landlords cannot change locks without notice.
If you're considering legal action, you may want to consult an attorney.
Thanks you
You're welcome, Laura. If you need further assistance or need contact details for local legal services in Peoria, IL, please don't hesitate to ask.
Would you happen to know if prairie State legal services take this kind of case
Prairie State Legal Services offers free legal services for low income persons and seniors in Illinois. They handle a variety of cases including housing issues. However, I would recommend contacting them directly to discuss your specific situation.
Ok thanks
You're welcome, Laura. I'm glad I could assist you. If you have any other legal questions in the future, don't hesitate to contact FreeLawChat. Good luck with your case.