Illinois Lease Termination Notice Template

Illinois rules built into this template

• Notice period: A month-to-month tenancy in Illinois may be ended by either party giving at least 30 days' written notice (735 ILCS 5/9-207). Chicago and some other cities have additional notice rules.
• Deposit return: within 45 days after the tenant vacates; if the landlord withholds any amount for damage, the landlord shall deliver an itemized statement of the damage, with copies of paid receipts or estimates as the statute requires, within 30 days after the tenant vacates (765 ILCS 710/1).

What the Lease Termination Notice includes

1. Notice of Termination
2. Move-Out
3. Move-Out Inspection
4. Security Deposit
5. State Notice Requirements
6. No Waiver
7. Compliance
8. Governing Law

Frequently asked questions

How much notice is needed to end a month-to-month lease in Illinois?

A month-to-month tenancy in Illinois may be ended by either party giving at least 30 days' written notice (735 ILCS 5/9-207). Chicago and some other cities have additional notice rules.

What if the tenant does not move out by the termination date?

The landlord may not change the locks, remove belongings, or cut off utilities. Possession can be recovered only through the court eviction process required by state law.

What is the difference between the Standard and Professional Lease Termination Notice?

The Standard edition is a complete, state-aware Lease Termination Notice for common situations. The Professional edition adds longer clause coverage, schedules, and optional modules for more complex matters. You can preview either edition free before you pay.

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