Illinois law requires smoke detectors (425 ILCS 60) and CO detectors (430 ILCS 135) in all residences. Elgin's rental inspection program checks for compliance. Detectors required on every level and near bedrooms.
Illinois Smoke Detector Act (425 ILCS 60) and Carbon Monoxide Alarm Detector Act (430 ILCS 135) require working smoke and CO detectors in all residences. Elgin enforces these through building code and the rental inspection program. Smoke detectors are required on every level, in each bedroom, and outside sleeping areas. CO detectors within 15 feet of sleeping rooms. Rental property inspections specifically check for functioning detectors. Landlords must maintain detectors in rental units. Detectors should be replaced per manufacturer guidelines (typically 10 years for smoke, 5-7 years for CO).
Missing detectors in rental: failed inspection. State law violation: fines.
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