Thành phố Chicago tăng cường chiến đấu pháp lý chống lại ‘Chủ sở hữu đất tồi tệ nhất của thành phố’

Nguồn ảnh：https://blockclubchicago.org/2024/04/26/city-of-chicago-amps-up-its-legal-battle-against-citys-worst-landowner/

Thành phố Chicago tăng cường cuộc chiến pháp lý chống lại chủ sở hữu tài sản tồi tệ nhất của thành phố

The City of Chicago is stepping up its legal battle against what it calls the city’s worst landowner, who is reportedly responsible for hundreds of building code violations and safety hazards.

The city has filed a lawsuit against the landlord, accusing him of neglecting his properties and putting residents at risk. The landlord owns several buildings in Chicago, many of which have been cited for various violations, including broken windows, faulty plumbing, and lack of heat.

Officials say they have been working to hold the landlord accountable for years, but he has continued to flout the law and put tenants in danger. The city is now seeking a court order to force the landlord to make necessary repairs or face steep fines.

Residents and community leaders have expressed support for the city’s efforts to crack down on negligent landlords. They say they hope that holding this landlord accountable will send a message to other property owners that they must take care of their buildings and prioritize the well-being of their tenants.

The lawsuit is just the latest in a series of legal actions taken by the city to improve the quality of housing in Chicago and protect residents from unsafe living conditions. City officials say they are committed to ensuring that all residents have access to safe and habitable housing, and they will continue to pursue legal action against landlords who fail to meet basic safety standards.