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The mission of the City of Des Plaines is to continually enhance the quality of life enjoyed by the citizens and businesses of the community through the development and delivery of reliable and efficient services.

 

 

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Landlord/Tenant Issues

The City Attorney’s office does not deal with any Landlord/Tenant issues. However, there are several Illinois statutes relating to Landlord/Tenant issues. For copies of these documents, feel free to contact the Des Plaines Public Library and ask to speak with a Reference Librarian. These documents are as follows:

Landlord and Tenant Act - 765 ILCS 705
Security Deposit Return Act - 765 ILCS 710
Security Deposit Interest Act - 765 ILCS 715
Retaliatory Eviction Act - 765 ILCS 720

Local Courthouse Phone Number

Skokie Courthouse (2nd Municipal District)
5600 Old Orchard Road, Skokie, IL
847-470-7250
(services all of Des Plaines)

Legal Referral Services Phone Numbers

  • North Suburban Bar Association: 847-564-4800
    Provides an initial 30-minute consultation for $25.00
  • Northwest Suburban Bar Association: 847-221-2657
    Provides an initial 30-minute consultation for $25.00
  • Cook County Legal Assistance Foundation: 847-475-3703
    Free service for Senior Citizens and "low income" individuals.

This service is for basic civil matters only. Upon receipt of a potential case, you will be asked your income to determine if you are eligible for the service.

 

 


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Events Calendar
9/7/10 City Council Meeting
9/8/10 Economic Development Commission -CANCELLED-
9/13/10 Plan Commission
9/14/10 Historical Society Board
News Headlines
Current Summer Safety Tips
Current Des Plaines River Road Reconstruction Started June 21, 2010
9/3/10 Save Green While Going Green Presentation
9/3/10 9-11 Patriot Day Ceremony Planned
8/25/10 Community Foundation Supports "Central Cares" Backpack Drive

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Labor Day
Residential garbage and recycling collection will be delayed by one day next week. Monday pick-ups will be completed on Tuesday, and so on. Related concerns can be directed to Arc Disposal at 847- 981-0091. 
Independence Day Celebration
The Independence Day weekend was an event to remember in Des Plaines.
Click here to read more about the July 4th celebration.
Casino Groundbreaking
For the $445 million casino and entertainment complex at Des Plaines River Road and Devon Avenue in Des Plaines.
Click here to read more about the groundbreaking.