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Campton Hills is a village in Kane County, Illinois, located in the western Chicago suburbs. Like much of unincorporated and semi-rural Kane County, Campton Hills renters rely entirely on Illinois state law for tenant protections, as the village has enacted no local landlord-tenant ordinances beyond what state statutes require.
Tenants in Campton Hills most commonly seek information about security deposit returns, how much notice a landlord must give before terminating a lease, and what steps a landlord must follow before filing for eviction. Illinois provides meaningful baseline protections in each of these areas through statutes including the Security Deposit Return Act (765 ILCS 710), the Security Deposit Interest Act (765 ILCS 715), and the Landlord and Tenant Act (765 ILCS 720). Kane County renters should also be aware that Chicago's more robust Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance (RLTO) does not apply in Campton Hills.
This article is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Laws and their interpretations can change. If you face an eviction, security deposit dispute, or habitability concern, contact a licensed Illinois attorney or a free legal aid organization for guidance specific to your situation.
Campton Hills has no rent control, and Illinois state law makes it impossible for any Illinois municipality — including Campton Hills — to enact one. The Illinois Rent Control Preemption Act (765 ILCS 720/1) explicitly prohibits counties, municipalities, and other units of local government from enacting, maintaining, or enforcing any ordinance that regulates the amount of rent charged for private residential or commercial property.
This preemption applies statewide without exception — even cities like Chicago and Evanston, which enacted rent control ordinances in the past, cannot do so today. As a practical matter, this means a landlord in Campton Hills can raise rent by any amount at any time, provided the landlord gives the tenant proper advance written notice (at least 30 days for a month-to-month tenancy) and the increase does not take effect during an existing fixed-term lease period. There is no cap on rent increases, no requirement to justify an increase, and no local board to file a complaint with regarding rent levels.
Tenants on fixed-term leases are protected from mid-lease increases by the terms of their signed agreement: the landlord cannot raise rent until the lease expires and a new rental period begins. However, once the lease term ends, there is no Illinois statute limiting how much the rent can be increased.
Illinois state law provides several important baseline protections for all renters in Campton Hills.
Security Deposit Rules: Under the Illinois Security Deposit Return Act (765 ILCS 710/1), landlords who own five or more rental units must return the security deposit — along with an itemized written statement of any deductions — within 30 days after the tenant vacates. The Security Deposit Interest Act (765 ILCS 715/1) requires landlords of 25 or more units to pay annual interest on deposits held longer than six months. If a landlord wrongfully withholds a deposit, the tenant may be entitled to twice the improperly withheld amount plus court costs.
Habitability: Illinois common law requires landlords to maintain rental units in a habitable condition. This obligation covers functional heating, plumbing, electrical systems, weather-tight walls and roofs, and freedom from serious pest infestations. While Illinois does not have a single statewide statute codifying the implied warranty of habitability in the way some states do, Illinois courts have consistently recognized this common-law duty. Tenants who experience serious habitability failures may have grounds to withhold rent, repair and deduct, or terminate the lease — but should consult legal aid before doing so.
Notice to Terminate a Tenancy: Under 735 ILCS 5/9-207, month-to-month tenancies require at least 30 days written notice from either party to terminate. For tenancies of a week-to-week nature, seven days' notice is required. These minimums apply unless the lease provides for a longer notice period.
Anti-Retaliation Protections: The Illinois Landlord and Tenant Act (765 ILCS 720/1) prohibits landlords from retaliating against tenants who complain to a governmental authority about code violations, assert their legal rights, or organize with other tenants. Prohibited retaliatory acts include rent increases, eviction, reduction of services, or any other adverse action taken in response to a tenant exercising a legal right. A tenant who can demonstrate retaliation may raise it as a defense in eviction proceedings.
Prohibition on Lockouts and Utility Shutoffs: Illinois law (735 ILCS 5/9-101 et seq.) requires landlords to use the court process to remove a tenant. Self-help eviction — including changing locks, removing doors, or shutting off utilities to force a tenant to leave — is illegal. A tenant subjected to a lockout or utility shutoff may seek emergency court relief and damages.
Illinois's Security Deposit Return Act (765 ILCS 710/1) governs how landlords in Campton Hills must handle security deposits. The Act applies to landlords who own five or more residential rental units in Illinois.
No statutory cap: Illinois state law does not cap the amount a landlord may charge as a security deposit. The permissible amount is set by lease negotiation.
Return deadline: The landlord must return the deposit — or the remainder after deductions — within 30 days after the tenant vacates the unit. If the landlord intends to make deductions, the landlord must provide the tenant with an itemized written statement of damages along with paid receipts (or written estimates if repair has not yet been completed) within the same 30-day window.
Penalty for wrongful withholding: If a landlord who is covered by the Act (five or more units) fails to return the deposit or provide the required itemized statement within 30 days, the tenant is entitled to recover twice the amount of the security deposit wrongfully withheld, plus court costs, under 765 ILCS 710/1. Tenants should document their move-out condition with photographs and written records and send a forwarding address in writing to preserve their rights.
Interest on deposits: The Security Deposit Interest Act (765 ILCS 715/1) requires landlords who own 25 or more units to pay interest on security deposits held for more than six months at the rate determined annually by the Illinois Commissioner of Banks and Real Estate. Smaller landlords are not required to pay interest on deposits.
In Campton Hills, a landlord must follow Illinois's formal eviction process — governed by the Forcible Entry and Detainer Act (735 ILCS 5/9-101 et seq.) — to remove a tenant. There is no shortcut; self-help eviction is illegal.
Step 1 — Written Notice: Before filing in court, the landlord must serve the tenant with proper written notice. The type and length of notice depends on the reason for eviction:
Step 2 — Filing in Court: If the tenant does not comply with the notice, the landlord may file an eviction complaint in the Kane County Circuit Court (Circuit Court of the Sixteenth Judicial Circuit). The court will schedule a hearing, and both parties will be notified.
Step 3 — Court Hearing: The tenant has the right to appear, present defenses (including non-compliance with habitability obligations, improper notice, or retaliation under 765 ILCS 720/1), and respond to the landlord's claims. If the judge rules in the landlord's favor, the court issues a judgment for possession.
Step 4 — Enforcement: After a judgment for possession is entered, the court may issue an Order of Possession. Only a Kane County Sheriff's deputy — not the landlord — may enforce removal of a tenant. A landlord who attempts to remove a tenant without a court order, changes locks, removes personal property, or shuts off utilities before obtaining and enforcing a judgment is committing an illegal lockout and may be held liable for damages.
Self-Help Eviction is Prohibited: Under 735 ILCS 5/9-101, any attempt by a landlord to evict a tenant through means other than the court process — including locking the tenant out, removing doors or windows, or disconnecting utilities — is illegal. Tenants facing a lockout should contact the Kane County Circuit Court clerk or a legal aid organization immediately to seek emergency relief.
The information on this page is provided for general informational purposes only and does not constitute legal advice. Tenant rights laws are complex and fact-specific; this article is not a substitute for advice from a licensed Illinois attorney or qualified legal aid organization. Laws, statutes, and local ordinances may change after the date of publication — always verify current requirements with an attorney, Prairie State Legal Services, or Illinois Legal Aid Online before taking action. RentCheckMe is not a law firm and does not provide legal representation.
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