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Mayor Johnson to introduce measure to protect Chicago renters

Mayor Johnson to introduce a sweeping ordinance to protect Chicago renters, targeting eviction and predatory practices.
The proposal would update the 40-year-old Residential Landlord Tenant Ordinance and ban hidden junk fees.
A rental registry would track units and ownership, addressing concerns about LLCs shielding landlords.
The measure would create the Bureau of Rental Housing Services as a hub for enforcement and tenant assistance.
Officials say the ordinance could impact more than 600,000 renter households in Chicago.
Critics warn the plan could raise costs and affect small landlords, according to real estate groups.
Supporters argue the measures respond to a changing housing market and stronger tenant protections are overdue.
The plan includes a Tenant Bill of Rights and requires landlords to disclose if algorithmic pricing tools are used.
Some landlords worry the rules will stifle investment and limit affordable housing supply.
City officials emphasize the registry will improve pattern tracking and enforcement of housing laws.

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