Legal Question in Landlord & Tenant Law in Illinois

I live in and own my mobile home, upon lease renewal for the land that it sits on, the leasing company is requiring proof of insurance, proof that the property taxes are paid, photos of pets and proof of immunizations even if the pets are indoor cats and never go outside. If my house burns and I don't have insurance isn't that my issue, if I did not pay my taxes isn't it between me and the state? What business is it of theirs on these issues? I was also told that If I don't sign the lease and return it by 3/31 I will be fined double my current lot rent until it is recieved by the office.


Asked on 3/12/10, 12:28 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
David Labovitz Labovitz Law Firm, P.A.

I would tend to mostly agree with you, although there are some valid reasons for their requests, such as the protection and safety of other tenants in the park. For example, what if your mobile home caught fire and burned down your neighbor's home. Regardless, your tenancy is governed by the terms of your lease. They have the right to choose their lease terms and you have the right to accept those terms or find another park to move to with more acceptable terms.

Check your lease for a holdover provision. That would be the provision that gives them the right to charge you double rent if you choose to stay there without signing a new lease. Those are valid lease provisions.

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Answered on 3/17/10, 2:39 pm


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