Chicago Tenants Fight Eviction After 2-Day Notice

Chicago Tenants Face Eviction With Little Notice Chicago, IL – Dozens of residents at the South Park Heritage apartment building on Chicago's South Side received a shocking two-day notice to vacate their homes on June 11th, 2025. The notice, reportedly from the city, cited unsafe and dangerous conditions. Many tenants, however, possess valid leases and have consistently paid their rent. The situation has sparked outrage and concern among residents and tenant advocacy groups. "They came with the sheriffs and police and everybody," said Gene Bolden, a resident who has lived in the building for seven years. Bolden, like many others, is now scrambling to find alternative housing with little time to spare. He stated that he is "hoping and praying" for a solution. The building's condition is reportedly dire, with numerous maintenance issues such as holes in the ceiling, plumbing leaks, and a shattered front window. Residents claim the former owners failed to address these problems, ultimately leading to the building's current state and the city's intervention. David Wilson of the Metropolitan Tenants Association is working with the affected residents to find a solution and is questioning the legality of the eviction notice given the short timeframe and the tenants' claims of having paid rent and possessing valid leases. The city's Buildings and Legal departments are reportedly investigating the situation. The story highlights the vulnerability of tenants in the face of sudden evictions, especially when they have fulfilled their lease agreements. It also underscores the importance of tenant rights and the role of advocacy groups in protecting vulnerable populations.