Chicago Shared Housing rules under MCC 4-14 escalate penalties on repeat violators, suspending or revoking registrations after multiple confirmed violations within a 12-month window and allowing buildings or wards to be added to the Prohibited Buildings List.
MCC 4-14-090 and 4-14-100 establish escalating enforcement. A first confirmed violation produces a citation and fine. Two or more violations within 12 months can trigger suspension. Repeated violations or serious offenses, including unregistered operation, false primary-residence claims, dangerous conditions, or repeat noise and party complaints, can lead to revocation and a multi-year disqualification. The Department of Business Affairs and Consumer Protection publishes determinations and notifies platforms. Building owners and condo associations can also petition to be added to the Prohibited Buildings List, removing all units in that property from Shared Housing eligibility regardless of host history.
Each confirmed violation carries fines of $1,500 to $3,000 per offense per day. Three or more in a year typically draw suspension; serious or repeat offenses move directly to revocation, listing removal, and renewal bans.
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