Illinois Ending a month-to-month tenancy
How much notice is needed to end a month-to-month tenancy in Illinois?
The landlord must give written notice to end a periodic tenancy: 30 days for month-to-month (any term under a year other than week-to-week), 7 days for week-to-week, and 60 days for year-to-year (ending at the end of the year). No reason is required by state law.
Verified Source: 735 ILCS 5/9-207(b), 5/9-205 · last checked 2026-10-23
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