Chicago, IL HOA Rules: Board Procedures (2026)

Condominium associations in Chicago are governed by the Illinois Condominium Property Act (765 ILCS 605), while non-condo HOAs fall under the Common Interest Community Association Act (765 ILCS 160). The Condominium Act requires boards to hold regular meetings as specified in the bylaws and provide adequate notice to unit owners. Section 605/18.4(h) imposes a specific procedural requirement: the board may not adopt rules and regulations covering property operation and use unless it first holds a meeting of unit owners called for the specific purpose of discussing the proposed rules, with the notice containing the full text of the proposed rules. Under 765 ILCS 160/1-40, members of common interest community associations have the right to attend and observe board meetings. The board must provide reasonable notice of meetings including date, time, location, and agenda. Members have the right to inspect and copy association records including meeting minutes, financial statements, and contracts under Section 605/19 (for condos) and 160/1-30 (for HOAs). Board elections must comply with the association's bylaws and the applicable statute. The Illinois Not-for-Profit Corporation Act also applies to associations organized as not-for-profit corporations. Chicago does not impose additional municipal regulations on HOA/condo board procedures beyond state law.