How much a landlord can charge for a security deposit in Illinois, the deadline to return it after move-out, and the statute that controls — verified June 7, 2026.
No statutory limit under the Security Deposit Return Act (765 ILCS 710); the Act governs return, not amount. (Some local ordinances, e.g. Chicago RLTO, add rules.). Applies to lessors of 5+ units. Bad-faith failure: up to 2x the deposit plus costs and attorney fees. Separate Security Deposit Interest Act (765 ILCS 715) covers 25+ unit buildings.
30 days to furnish itemized statement of damages if deductions are made; if statement not furnished, full deposit due within 45 days of vacating. Read 765 ILCS 710/1 (Security Deposit Return Act) for the exact triggers, itemization requirements, and penalties for late or bad-faith withholding.
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No statutory limit under the Security Deposit Return Act (765 ILCS 710); the Act governs return, not amount. (Some local ordinances, e.g. Chicago RLTO, add rules.). Applies to lessors of 5+ units. Bad-faith failure: up to 2x the deposit plus costs and attorney fees. Separate Security Deposit Interest Act (765 ILCS 715) covers 25+ unit buildings. This is a best-effort summary verified against the official statute (765 ILCS 710/1 (Security Deposit Return Act)) on June 7, 2026 — always confirm with the current law or an attorney.
30 days to furnish itemized statement of damages if deductions are made; if statement not furnished, full deposit due within 45 days of vacating. See 765 ILCS 710/1 (Security Deposit Return Act) for the exact conditions and any itemization requirements.
765 ILCS 710/1 (Security Deposit Return Act). The official text is published by the state at https://www.ilga.gov/legislation/ilcs/ilcs3.asp?ActID=2202&ChapterID=62.
No. This page is a best-effort summary compiled from primary legal authority and verified on June 7, 2026. Statutes change, and many states use tiers or exceptions a summary can't capture. Confirm with the current statute or a licensed attorney before relying on it.
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