New 2026 Requirement for Landlords: Illinois Safe Homes Act Summary

Beginning January 1, 2026, housing providers in Illinois will be required to include a Summary of the Illinois Safe Homes Act as the first page of all residential leases.

The Illinois Safe Homes Act (Public Act 94-1038), originally passed in 2006, provides housing protections for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. In 2024, the Illinois General Assembly passed the Summary of Rights for the Illinois Safe Homes Act (Public Act 103-1031), which mandates that landlords provide this summary to tenants starting in 2026.

The required summary outlines tenant rights and protections under the law, including:

• The right to terminate a lease early without penalty when facing a threat of domestic or sexual violence.
• The right to change or rekey locks to prevent further abuse.
• Protection from eviction based on incidents of domestic or sexual violence.
• A prohibition on discrimination against victims of domestic or sexual violence.
• A list of free legal service providers available to assist survivors.

The required summary form is being prepared for incorporation into the NAA Click N Lease product for all Illinois lease packages.