In the case of 832 Oakdale Condo. Ass'n v. McBride, 2025 IL App (1st) 240834-U, an Illinois appellate court reaffirmed that during an eviction proceeding, Illinois Courts will consider only those issues relevant to a condominium association's right to possession based on unpaid assessments. Illinois
When advising Illinois condominium associations, a common issue is confusion over what must be included in an Illinois condominium declaration. While many Illinois condominium association board of directors focus on enforcement provisions or leasing restrictions, Illinois condominium associations must ensure that their condominium declarations comply
Can ICE Enter an Illinois Condo or HOA Without a Warrant? Illinois community associations may be accustomed to interacting with local law enforcement. However, Illinois community association boards have increasingly found themselves navigating a situation far more complex due to unannounced visits from U.S. Immigration and
When a homeowner requests an exception to architectural restrictions, HOA boards often face a difficult decision. Granting a variance can lead to disputes with neighbors and potential litigation. A recent Illinois appellate court decision provides helpful guidance on when a community association board can approve
The process of selling a condominium unit in Illinois requires sellers to provide buyers with detailed disclosure documents under 765 ILCS 605/22.1 of the Illinois Condominium Property Act. These disclosures provide essential information about the condominium association’s finances, governance, and anticipated capital expenditures. However, disputes
Illinois community associations regularly face difficult enforcement decisions when homeowners claim that a rule interferes with their personal beliefs or activities. A recent Illinois appellate court decision confirms that enforcing neutral covenants, such as single-family use and leasing restrictions, does not, in itself, constitute unlawful
