Updated July 18, 2023
An Illinois five (5) day non-payment notice to quit is an official document used to notify when a tenant fails to pay rent on time. If the landlord does not receive rent on the due date, they may issue a 5-day notice to quit the next day. This notice should be served in person or posted on the tenant’s door.
The tenant will be required to pay all back-due rent and penalties within the five (5) day period or be subject to an eviction lawsuit (Forcible Entry and Detainer).
Laws – 735 ILCS 5/9-209