Illinois Eviction Notice
Illinois Eviction Notice Requirements
Illinois requires 5 days' notice for nonpayment of rent before a landlord can file an eviction case.
Eviction notice periods in Illinois
Illinois requires a 5-day written demand for overdue rent before an eviction case can be filed, under 735 ILCS 5/9-209.
For curable lease violations, tenants generally get 10 days to fix the issue; other situations may call for a 30-day unconditional notice.
Chicago and some other Illinois municipalities have their own additional landlord-tenant ordinances beyond state law.
Reference: Illinois 735 ILCS 5/9-209. This is general educational information, not legal advice — many cities have their own additional rules. Confirm current Illinois and local requirements before serving notice.
Illinois key points
- 5 days' written demand required for nonpayment before filing.
- 10 days is common for curable lease violations.
- Chicago's Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance adds rules beyond state law within city limits.
How to create your Illinois eviction notice
- 1. Open the iRunDocs eviction notice generator with Illinois selected — the notice period fills in automatically.
- 2. Choose the notice type (nonpayment, lease violation, or unconditional quit).
- 3. Enter the landlord, tenant, and property details.
- 4. Review the PDF preview, download, and serve it following Illinois's delivery rules.
Frequently asked questions
How many days' notice for nonpayment of rent in Illinois?
5 days' written demand, under 735 ILCS 5/9-209, before an eviction case can be filed.
Does Chicago have different eviction rules?
Yes. Chicago's Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance adds requirements beyond Illinois state law for properties within city limits.
How many days to fix a lease violation in Illinois?
Commonly 10 days for a curable violation, though the exact period can depend on the lease and the type of violation.
Eviction notice periods in other states
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