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Rental Property Rules in Arlington Heights, IL (2026)

1 verified rental property rules for Arlington Heights, Illinois, sourced directly from the municipal code and official government pages.

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Repairs & Habitability

Arlington Heights enforces the 2018 International Property Maintenance Code with local edits under Chapter 26. Landlords must supply heat to a minimum 68 degrees during the day and 65 degrees at night year-round, screen windows against insects, and keep vacant land's weeds under 8 inches on occupied premises.

Arlington Heights Rental Habitability Standards

Some Restrictions

Arlington Heights Municipal Code § 26-102 (IPMC § 602.3, as amended)

602.3 Heat supply. Delete the existing language and replace with the following: "Every owner and operator of any building who rents, leases or lets one or more dwelling unit, dormitory or guest room on terms, either express or implied, shall supply sufficient heat to provide a minimum temperature of 68°F from 6:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m., and a minimum temperature of 65°F at all other times."; and d...

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Rental Property Rules in Cook County