While the Illinois Condominium Property Act, Common Interest Community Association Act, and Co-Operative Act provide the primary legal frameworks for their respective association types, Illinois community associations are also governed by a number of broader statutes that apply across condominiums, homeowners associations, common interest communities, and cooperatives alike.
These general laws address issues that arise regardless of how an association is structured — from corporate governance and property manager licensing to fair housing protections and accommodations for residents with disabilities. Understanding how these statutes interact with an association’s governing documents is essential for board members, managers, and attorneys navigating compliance and dispute resolution.
The resources below provide an overview of the statutes and administrative rules most frequently implicated in Illinois community association practice. For questions about how these laws apply to a specific situation, the attorneys at Hirzel Law are available to assist.