Illinois Security Deposit Rules
Official deposit limits, return deadlines, and legal citations for this state.
Deposit Requirements
Maximum Deposit
No statutory limit
Return Deadline
30 days (with deductions) / 45 days (return in full, or 30 days for repairs)
Itemized Statement Required
Yes
Interest Required
Yes
Pet Deposit Rules
No separate statutory pet deposit limit.
Allowed Deductions
Damage beyond normal wear and tear, cleaning costs, unpaid rent, and unpaid utility bills.
Security Deposit Timeline
Maximum Deposit
No statutory limit
Return Deadline
30 days (with deductions) / 45 days (return in full, or 30 days for repairs)
Itemized Statement
Yes
Interest Required
Yes
Pet Deposit Rules
No separate statutory pet deposit limit.
Allowed Deductions
Damage beyond normal wear and tear, cleaning costs, unpaid rent, and unpaid utility bills.
Legal Citations
- 765 ILCS 710/1