Can a Illinois landlord evict a tenant without cause?
It depends on the tenancy type and the state. In Illinois, a landlord cannot terminate a fixed-term lease mid-term without cause. For a month-to-month tenancy, the landlord generally can terminate without cause by giving the statutory notice (typically 30 days in most states, longer in tenant-protective states like California and New York). Some states (New York Good Cause Eviction, California AB 1482 just-cause provisions) restrict no-fault termination on longer tenancies. Local rent-control ordinances can add stricter just-cause requirements.
Source: Illinois eviction statute
This is an informational answer based on Illinois eviction statute as of early 2026. It is not legal advice. Housing law changes year to year and local ordinances (especially in rent-controlled or rent-stabilized cities) can override or add to state law. For contested cases, consult a Illinois-licensed attorney.