What kinds of locks must be on the front and rear doors of my building?
The front and rear entrance doors to the building should each have a DEADLOCKING LATCH, which automatically locks when you shut the door. From the outside, it can be opened only with a key. From the inside, it can be opened merely by turning a knob or handle.

If my building has a vestibule or lobby, with an outside door and an inside door, must they both have a deadlocking latch?
No. Only one of these doors must have this latch.

When the weather gets hot, many of us open our windows in hopes of cooling down. Unfortunately, every year many children fall out of open windows, severly injuring themselves and sometimes dying. According to the Illinois Attorney General, there are a few simple tips to reduce the risk of a child falling out of an open window.

What is my landlord responsible for?
Your landlord has a duty to keep your apartment in good shape and make all necessary repairs. If she fails to do this, you may be able to:

• Make the repairs yourself and deduct their cost from your rent;
• Withhold a portion of your rent;
• Sue your landlord; or
• Terminate your lease agreement.This pamphlet explains when and how you can do these things