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When would you contact the Tenant Union? Any time you have a problem with a landlord, are looking for housing, or you have a question about renting in Champaign County, Illinois. All service and materials are free. Contact the Tenant Union to:
- Check landlords' complaint histories
- Have your lease reviewed before you sign it
- Get help with rental housing problems
- File a complaint against your landlord about any matter involving the landlord's legal or contractual obligations. If you file a complaint, Tenant Union staff will contact your landlord to notify him or her that a complaint has been filed for the record and will attempt to resolve the problem.
CONFIDENTIALITY
Your confidentiality will be protected. We will never tell your landlord that you contacted the Tenant Union unless you ask us to contact the landlord on your behalf.
CHAMPAIGN-URBANA TENANT HANDBOOK
Tenant rights and responsibilities, information about leases and looking for rental housing. Hard copy versions are available at the Tenant Union office and the contents of the handbook are also available at this site.
INFORMATION ABOUT RIGHTS & RESPONSIBILITIES
You can obtain a lot of valuable information by simply calling the Tenant Union. Answers to many questions can be provided at the time that you call. If you need to speak with someone in person, counselors are available to review your lease, help you write a letter, and discuss your concerns.
The Tenant Union does not provide legal services of any kind. All information provided in this publication is intended to help the average person prevent problems and deal with common concerns of renting. When legal help is needed, always consult with an attorney at law.