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  • SAVE THE DATE! 2026 NBOA Summer Soiree

    Sponsorship Opportunities Now Open

    Save The Date! NBOA Summer Soiree – August 6, 2026

    Join neighborhood housing professionals from across Chicagoland at the premiere real estate networking event of the summer! Support neighborhood housing and network with industry leaders at an evening of celebration and professional connection.

    Why Be An Early Sponsor?

    Sponsor before March 31, 2026 and receive:

    Your logo in our first invitation, sent to thousands of industry leaders.
    Maximum visibility in your sponsor category.

    Premier logo location on our website.

    Sponsor Today
    Why Sponsor?
    Watch The 2025 Soiree Recap Video!
    “Sponsoring the NBOA Soiree was more than just great exposure. It gave us the change to connect face-to-face with incredible owners and investors, build lasting relationships, and strengthen our brand presence all in on night.”

    Tyson Schutz, The Apartment Source

    2025 Summer Soiree Silver Sponsor

    What Is The Summer Soiree?

    More than 800 neighborhood housing providers, managers and professionals serving the multi-family industry throughout the Chicago area will attend. This event is a tremendous opportunity to network with like-minded professionals while enjoying hearty food, delicious drinks, and lively music on a beautiful summer evening.

    Why Should I Sponsor the Summer Soiree?

    Soiree Sponsors gain exposure across Chicago and Cook County and are recognized as dedicated partners who support the work of neighborhood housing providers, property managers, and other real estate professionals across the region.

    Sponsor the 2026 Summer Soiree Today!
    Neighborhood Building Owners Alliance is a 501(c)4 tax-exempt organization. Accordingly, contributions are not deductible as charitable donations.
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  • NBOA PAC Fundraiser, Wednesday, March 11 – Price increase after today

    Dear Neighborhood Housing Industry Colleagues and Friends:
    TIME FOR A CHANGE
    2026 NBOA PAC FUNDRAISER
    Wednesday, March 11, 5:30-7:30pm

    Ravenswood Event Center

    4021 N. Ravenswood Ave., Chicago

    FEATURING MAYOR RAHM EMANUEL

    

    Tickets: $250 through Monday, March 9

    $300 beginning Tuesday, March 10

    Join us on Wednesday for an evening of food, drinks and camaraderie with a chance to hear from former Chicago mayor and 2028 presidential candidate, Rahm Emanuel! For those of us who remember Mayor Emanuel’s term as a golden time for Chicago real estate, it’s a chance to learn some lessons from those days.
    REGISTER TO ATTEND
    WHY SUPPORT THE PAC
    Chicago has 3 HUGE elections coming up over the next twelve months.

    These are:

    • March 2026 races for Cook County Assessor and Cook County Board President.
    • The November 2026 elections will decide Governor, Attorney General, and all 102 State House offices along with many State Senate seats.
    • February 2027 will determine the next CHICAGO MAYOR and all of 50 aldermanic seats.
    • 

    The PAC NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT to make a difference in all of these elections.

    The PAC expects a number of legislative issues to come to a head in 2026 including:

    • Progressives in Springfield and Chicago will seek ELIMINATION or CAPPING of our ability to charge MOVE-IN fees.
    • The expansion of TENANT RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL (the NW Side Building Ordinance).
    • Removing the statewide BAN on RENT CONTROL.

    The best way to counter these industry-killing ideas is through a fully funded PAC.

    If you cannot attend, please support our work with a generous donation.

    CAN’T ATTEND? CLICK TO DONATE
    THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

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    EVENT COMMITTEE

    (in formation)

    Andrew Ahitow

    Matthew Baumann

    Al Belmonte

    JoEllen Schuing

    Eloy Burciaga

    Miguel Chacon

    Mike Chioros

    James Clough

    Roger Daniel

    Jim Darrow

    Bob Dickinson

    Eiran Feldman

    Chris Fifield

    Judy Frydland

    Mike Glasser

    Mike Hagenson

    Seth Halpern

    Anthony Hardy

    Scott Henry

    Diane Israel

    Jon Janas

    Jay Johnson

    Nick Katsafados

    Matt Katsaros

    Martin Kerpel

    Andrew Levin

    A.J. Manaseer

    Drew Millard

    Allen Paul

    Dan Pikarski

    Andrea Raila

    Ari Rakic

    Adam Saffro

    Roman Serra

    Michael Slater

    Joe Smazal

    John Vargo

    Roman Viere

    Jeff Weinberg

    Jon Womack

    Nick Yassan

    Michael Zucker

    Show your support.
    CLICK TO JOIN OUR EVENT COMMITTEE
    Looking forward to seeing you at a successful and fun evening.

    Aron Bornstein

    Chair, NBOA PAC

    NBOA PAC | 952 W. Huron St. | Chicago, IL 60646 US
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  • Purchase Tickets for NBOA PAC Fundraiser, Wednesday, March 11; keynote speaker, Rahm Emanuel

    Ticket price increase on March 10

    Dear Neighborhood Housing Industry Colleagues and Friends:
    TIME FOR A CHANGE
    2026 NBOA PAC FUNDRAISER
    Wednesday, March 11, 5:30-7:30pm

    Ravenswood Event Center

    4021 N. Ravenswood Ave., Chicago

    FEATURING MAYOR RAHM EMANUEL

    

    Tickets: $250 through Monday, March 9

    $300 beginning Tuesday, March 10

    Join us for an evening of food, drinks and camaraderie with a chance to hear from former Chicago mayor and 2028 presidential candidate, Rahm Emanuel! For those of us who remember Mayor Emanuel’s term as a golden time for Chicago real estate, it’s a chance to learn some lessons from those days.
    REGISTER TO ATTEND
    WHY SUPPORT THE PAC
    Chicago has 3 HUGE elections coming up over the next twelve months.

    These are:

    • March 2026 races for Cook County Assessor and Cook County Board President.
    • The November 2026 elections will decide Governor, Attorney General, and all 102 State House offices along with many State Senate seats.
    • February 2027 will determine the next CHICAGO MAYOR and all of 50 aldermanic seats.
    • 

    The PAC NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT to make a difference in all of these elections.

    The PAC expects a number of legislative issues to come to a head in 2026 including:

    • Progressives in Springfield and Chicago will seek ELIMINATION or CAPPING of our ability to charge MOVE-IN fees.
    • The expansion of TENANT RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL (the NW Side Building Ordinance).
    • Removing the statewide BAN on RENT CONTROL.

    The best way to counter these industry-killing ideas is through a fully funded PAC.

    If you cannot attend, please support our work with a generous donation.

    CAN’T ATTEND? CLICK TO DONATE
    THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

    GOLD

    SILVER

    BRONZE

    EVENT COMMITTEE

    (in formation)

    Andrew Ahitow

    Matthew Baumann

    Al Belmonte

    Eloy Burciaga

    Miguel Chacon

    Mike Chioros

    James Clough

    Roger Daniel

    Jim Darrow

    Bob Dickinson

    Eiran Feldman

    Chris Fifield

    Judy Frydland

    Mike Glasser

    Mike Hagenson

    Seth Halpern

    Anthony Hardy

    Scott Henry

    Diane Israel

    Jon Janas

    Jay Johnson

    Nick Katsafados

    Matt Katsaros

    Martin Kerpel

    Andrew Levin

    A.J. Manaseer

    Drew Millard

    Allen Paul

    Dan Pikarski

    Andrea Raila

    Ari Rakic

    Adam Saffro

    Roman Serra

    Michael Slater

    Joe Smazal

    John Vargo

    Roman Viere

    Jeff Weinberg

    Jon Womack

    Nick Yassan

    Michael Zucker

    Show your support.
    CLICK TO JOIN OUR EVENT COMMITTEE
    Looking forward to seeing you at a successful and fun evening.

    Aron Bornstein

    Chair, NBOA PAC

    NBOA PAC | 952 W. Huron St. | Chicago, IL 60646 US
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  • Meet Rahm Emanuel at NBOA PAC Fundraiser on Wednesday, March 11

    Dear Neighborhood Housing Industry Colleagues and Friends:
    TIME FOR A CHANGE
    2026 NBOA PAC FUNDRAISER
    Wednesday, March 11, 5:30-7:30pm

    Ravenswood Event Center

    4021 N. Ravenswood Ave., Chicago

    FEATURING MAYOR RAHM EMANUEL

    Join us for an evening of food, drinks and camaraderie with a chance to hear from former Chicago mayor and 2028 presidential candidate, Rahm Emanuel! For those of us who remember Mayor Emanuel’s term as a golden time for Chicago real estate, it’s a chance to learn some lessons from those days.
    REGISTER TO ATTEND
    WHY SUPPORT THE PAC
    Chicago has 3 HUGE elections coming up over the next twelve months.

    These are:

    • March 2026 races for Cook County Assessor and Cook County Board President.
    • The November 2026 elections will decide Governor, Attorney General, and all 102 State House offices along with many State Senate seats.
    • February 2027 will determine the next CHICAGO MAYOR and all of 50 aldermanic seats.
    • 

    The PAC NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT to make a difference in all of these elections.

    The PAC expects a number of legislative issues to come to a head in 2026 including:

    • Progressives in Springfield and Chicago will seek ELIMINATION or CAPPING of our ability to charge MOVE-IN fees.
    • The expansion of TENANT RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL (the NW Side Building Ordinance).
    • Removing the statewide BAN on RENT CONTROL.

    The best way to counter these industry-killing ideas is through a fully funded PAC.

    If you cannot attend, please support our work with a generous donation.

    CAN’T ATTEND? CLICK TO DONATE
    THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

    GOLD

    SILVER

    BRONZE

    EVENT COMMITTEE

    (in formation)

    Andrew Ahitow

    Matthew Baumann

    Al Belmonte

    Eloy Burciaga

    Miguel Chacon

    Mike Chioros

    James Clough

    Roger Daniel

    Jim Darrow

    Bob Dickinson

    Eiran Feldman

    Chris Fifield

    Judy Frydland

    Mike Glasser

    Mike Hagenson

    Seth Halpern

    Scott Henry

    Jon Janas

    Jay Johnson

    Nick Katsafados

    Matt Katsaros

    Martin Kerpel

    Andrew Levin

    A.J. Manaseer

    Drew Millard

    Allen Paul

    Dan Pikarski

    Andrea Raila

    Ari Rakic

    Adam Saffro

    Roman Serra

    Michael Slater

    Joe Smazal

    John Vargo

    Roman Viere

    Jeff Weinberg

    Jon Womack

    Nick Yassan

    Michael Zucker

    Show your support.
    CLICK TO JOIN OUR EVENT COMMITTEE
    Looking forward to seeing you at a successful and fun evening.

    Aron Bornstein

    Chair, NBOA PAC

    NBOA PAC | 952 W. Huron St. | Chicago, IL 60646 US
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  • Meet Rahm Emanuel at NBOA PAC Fundraiser on Wednesday, March 11

    Dear Neighborhood Housing Industry Colleagues and Friends:
    TIME FOR A CHANGE
    2026 NBOA PAC FUNDRAISER
    Wednesday, March 11, 5:30-7:30pm

    Ravenswood Event Center

    4021 N. Ravenswood Ave., Chicago

    FEATURING MAYOR RAHM EMANUEL

    Join us for an evening of food, drinks and camaraderie with a chance to hear from former Chicago mayor and 2028 presidential candidate, Rahm Emanuel! For those of us who remember Mayor Emanuel’s term as a golden time for Chicago real estate, it’s a chance to learn some lessons from those days.
    REGISTER TO ATTEND
    WHY SUPPORT THE PAC
    Chicago has 3 HUGE elections coming up over the next twelve months.

    These are:

    • March 2026 races for Cook County Assessor and Cook County Board President.
    • The November 2026 elections will decide Governor, Attorney General, and all 102 State House offices along with many State Senate seats.
    • February 2027 will determine the next CHICAGO MAYOR and all of 50 aldermanic seats.
    • 

    The PAC NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT to make a difference in all of these elections.

    The PAC expects a number of legislative issues to come to a head in 2026 including:

    • Progressives in Springfield and Chicago will seek ELIMINATION or CAPPING of our ability to charge MOVE-IN fees.
    • The expansion of TENANT RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL (the NW Side Building Ordinance).
    • Removing the statewide BAN on RENT CONTROL.

    The best way to counter these industry-killing ideas is through a fully funded PAC.

    If you cannot attend, please support our work with a generous donation.

    CAN’T ATTEND? CLICK TO DONATE
    THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

    GOLD

    SILVER

    BRONZE

    EVENT COMMITTEE

    (in formation)

    Matthew Baumann

    Al Belmonte

    Eloy Burciaga

    Miguel Chacon

    James Clough

    Eiran Feldman

    Chris Fifield

    Judy Frydland

    Mike Glasser

    Seth Halpern

    Scott Henry

    Jon Janas

    Nick Katsafados

    Matt Katsaros

    Martin Kerpel

    Andrew Levin

    A.J. Manaseer

    Drew Millard

    Allen Paul

    Dan Pikarski

    Andrea Raila

    Ari Rakic

    Roman Serra

    Michael Slater

    Joe Smazel

    Roman Viere

    Jeff Weinberg

    Jon Womack

    Nick Yassan

    Michael Zucker

    Show your support.
    CLICK TO JOIN OUR EVENT COMMITTEE
    Looking forward to seeing you at a successful and fun evening.

    Aron Bornstein

    Chair, NBOA PAC

    NBOA PAC | 952 W. Huron St. | Chicago, IL 60646 US
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  • Meet Rahm Emanuel at NBOA PAC Fundraiser on Wednesday, March 11

    Dear Neighborhood Housing Industry Colleagues and Friends:
    TIME FOR A CHANGE
    2026 NBOA PAC FUNDRAISER
    Wednesday, March 11, 5:30-7:30pm

    Ravenswood Event Center

    4021 N. Ravenswood Ave., Chicago

    FEATURING MAYOR RAHM EMANUEL

    Join us for an evening of food, drinks and camaraderie with a chance to hear from former Chicago mayor and 2028 presidential candidate, Rahm Emanuel! For those of us who remember Mayor Emanuel’s term as a golden time for Chicago real estate, it’s a chance to learn some lessons from those days.
    REGISTER TO ATTEND
    WHY SUPPORT THE PAC
    Chicago has 3 HUGE elections coming up over the next twelve months.

    These are:

    • March 2026 races for Cook County Assessor and Cook County Board President.
    • The November 2026 elections will decide Governor, Attorney General, and all 102 State House offices along with many State Senate seats.
    • February 2027 will determine the next CHICAGO MAYOR and all of 50 aldermanic seats.
    • 

    The PAC NEEDS YOUR SUPPORT to make a difference in all of these elections.

    The PAC expects a number of legislative issues to come to a head in 2026 including:

    • Progressives in Springfield and Chicago will seek ELIMINATION or CAPPING of our ability to charge MOVE-IN fees.
    • The expansion of TENANT RIGHT OF FIRST REFUSAL (the NW Side Building Ordinance).
    • Removing the statewide BAN on RENT CONTROL.

    The best way to counter these industry-killing ideas is through a fully funded PAC.

    If you cannot attend, please support our work with a generous donation.

    THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

    GOLD

    SILVER

    BRONZE

    EVENT COMMITTEE

    (in formation)

    Matthew Baumann

    Al Belmonte

    Eloy Burciaga

    Miguel Chacon

    James Clough

    Eiran Feldman

    Chris Fifield

    Judy Frydland

    Mike Glasser

    Seth Halpern

    Scott Henry

    Jon Janas

    Nick Katsafados

    Matt Katsaros

    Martin Kerpel

    Andrew Levin

    A.J. Manaseer

    Drew Millard

    Allen Paul

    Dan Pikarski

    Andrea Raila

    Ari Rakic

    Roman Serra

    Michael Slater

    Joe Smazel

    Roman Viere

    Jeff Weinberg

    Jon Womack

    Nick Yassan

    Michael Zucker

    Show your support.
    CLICK TO JOIN OUR EVENT COMMITTEE
    Looking forward to seeing you at a successful and fun evening.

    Aron Bornstein

    Chair, NBOA PAC

    NBOA PAC | 952 W. Huron St. | Chicago, IL 60646 US
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  • Southside Builders Association monthly lunch, tomorrow, Wed Feb 4, to feature Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi.

    Lunch at Ming Hin Restaurantr

    Dear NBOA Friends and Colleagues,

    Join the Southside Builders Association at their monthly meeting tomorrow, Wednesday, featuring Cook County Assessor Fritz Kaegi.

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    The NBOA represents and advocates for the following Chicagoland neighborhood building owners associations

    Edgewater Uptown Builders Association (EUBA)

    Greater Austin Development Association (GADA)

    Lakeview Developers Association (LDA)

    Latino Real Estate Investors Council (LREIC)

    Lincoln Park Builders of Chicago (LPBC)

    North Suburban Housing Providers (NSHP)

    Northwest Side Building Coalition (NSBC)

    Rogers Park Builders Group (RPBG)

    South Side Community Investment Association (SSCIA)

    Southside Builders Association (SSBA)

    Southwest Housing Providers (SWHPG)

    West Suburban Building Owners Association (WSBOA)

    NBOA Chicago | 1751 W. Howard St., Suite D, PMB 122 | Chicago, IL 60626 US
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  • Join NBOA Young Professionals and Wildwood’s Matt Katsaros at Wednesday Night Reception and Tour

    See Wildwood’s Adaptive Reuse Project at 230 W. Ohio

    Dear NBOA Friends and Colleagues,

    Join the NBOA’s vibrant Young Professionals Group at a fun and educational event tomorrow (Wednesday) evening at 230 E. Ohio.

    The NBOA represents and advocates for the following Chicagoland neighborhood building owners associations

    Edgewater Uptown Builders Association (EUBA)

    Greater Austin Development Association (GADA)

    Lakeview Developers Association (LDA)

    Latino Real Estate Investors Council (LREIC)

    Lincoln Park Builders of Chicago (LPBC)

    North Suburban Housing Providers (NSHP)

    Northwest Side Building Coalition (NSBC)

    Rogers Park Builders Group (RPBG)

    South Side Community Investment Association (SSCIA)

    Southside Builders Association (SSBA)

    Southwest Housing Providers (SWHPG)

    West Suburban Building Owners Association (WSBOA)

    NBOA Chicago | 1751 W. Howard St., Suite D, PMB 122 | Chicago, IL 60626 US
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  • NBOA January Update

    Starting the Year with a Housing Provider Conundrum: How to Fit a 4-Page Notice on Page 1 of Our Leases; CO2 Detectors Do Save Lives

    Dear NBOA Colleagues and Friends,

    I recently attended a City Club of Chicago luncheon featuring our impressive new Cook County State’s Attorney, Eileen Burke O’Neal. She reported that Chicago’s murder rate has dropped to its lowest level in decades. While stressing that her office will remain focused on reducing the murder rate further, she noted that addressing the epidemic of domestic violence will also be a top priority.

    Having worked as an Assistant State’s Attorney in a collar county years ago, I saw firsthand the challenges facing domestic violence victims. I applaud well-thought-out legislation that addresses their special needs, including securing safe housing.

    One such law is the Illinois Safe Homes Act, enacted in 2006, which provides housing protection for survivors of domestic and sexual violence.

    In 2023, the General Assembly approved a measure, effective January 1 of this year, requiring all housing providers to include a “Summary of the Illinois Safe Homes Act” on the first page of all residential leases. This was intended to ensure victims are aware of their rights under the Act.

    Jon Kozlowski, Legislative Director for our industry partner at Chicagoland Apartment Association (CAA) shared the following synopsis of this new disclosure law with me:

    New Requirement for Landlords:

    Illinois Safe Homes Act Summary

    Beginning January 1, 2026, housing providers in Illinois will be required to include a Summary of the Illinois Safe Homes Act as the first page of all residential leases.

    The Illinois Safe Homes Act (Public Act 94-1038), originally passed in 2006, provides housing protections for survivors of domestic and sexual violence. In 2024, the Illinois General Assembly passed the Summary of Rights for the Illinois Safe Homes Act (Public Act 103-1031), which mandates that landlords provide this summary to tenants starting in 2026.

    

    The required summary outlines tenant rights and protections under the law, including:

    • The right to terminate a lease early without penalty when facing a threat of domestic or sexual violence.
    • The right to change or rekey locks to prevent further abuse.
    • Protection from eviction based on incidents of domestic or sexual violence.
    • A prohibition on discrimination against victims of domestic or sexual violence.
    • A list of free legal service providers available to assist survivors.

    

    The required Summary of the Illinois Safe Homes Act is not a separate addendum.

    The Implementation Challenge: The required summary is four pages long, includes areas for tenant signatures, and cannot be made part of a separate addendum; it must be on the first page of the lease. But unless the typeface is miniaturized to the point where it is illegible, the summary cannot fit on the first page of an 8.5 x 11″ lease.

    The CAA, which offers its “Blue Moon” leases designed to be current with all pertinent laws, recommends leases in which pages 1 through 4 repeat the official summary and page 5 of the lease contains the necessary basics that we customarily set forth on page 1. This includes the apartment location, rent amount, and mandated language about security deposits.

    Given that many of us (and our tenants) complain that our leases are too long (my leases exceed 50 pages), we can thank the members of the General Assembly for making our leases four pages longer — and far more cumbersome.

    A simpler solution that accomplishes the goals of the legislation would be to require housing providers to include a brief statement on page 1 of the lease advising victims of domestic violence that they have certain rights. This statement would be followed by a link to the Illinois Department of Human Rights website, which contains the summary. Click this LINK to see the summary we must include on our leases.

    While we certainly support advising survivors of their rights, requiring us to place a four-page summary onto one page is nonsensical. This reminds us that lawmakers often get things wrong when they fail to consult with housing providers before drafting laws affecting our industry. We hope to work with our state legislators to correct this oversight.

     A Perfect Storm Nearly Brings Tragic Results

    Last month, I experienced a bizarre occurrence at a twelve-flat I own in DuPage County. Late on a Friday afternoon, two of the four CO2 detectors in the basement sounded an alarm, followed shortly by CO2 alarms in two apartments. My maintenance staff immediately called the fire department. They responded promptly and told us to shut off the boiler despite outdoor temperatures in the 20s.

    

    Within two hours our boiler professionals resolved the problem, and we were able to restore heat. Apparently, the problem was caused by a “perfect storm” of events — our landscaper blew leaves at the same time the high-efficiency furnace was on, and the exhaust system pulled some of the leaves through an improperly screened pipe, which curtailed the airflow and resulted in the release of C02.

    Why am I sharing this with you on an NBOA email, which ordinarily addresses advocacy issues?

    It’s important we learn from “near misses.” Fortunately, in my case my team averted a potential disaster, and I credit their diligence. They adhered to scheduled preventive maintenance program that involved testing and, when necessary, replacing fire and CO2 detectors or their batteries.

    So, I will use my pulpit as NBOA president to remind you of the importance of steadfastly observing maintenance protocols, including monitoring your smoke and CO2 detectors, as doing so can save lives and spare you and your staff the horrors of a tragedy.

    So, while racking your brain to determine how to squeeze a four-page summary into one page, be sure to also give yourself time to review and perfect systems that allow your buildings to function properly and provide a safe and comfortable home for your residents.

    Hope you had a terrific holiday and we look forward to working with many of you this coming year.

    Mike Glasser

    NBOA President

    Email Sponsor
    Michael Zucker

    Managing Partner

    The NBOA represents and advocates for the following Chicagoland neighborhood building owners associations

    Edgewater Uptown Builders Association (EUBA)

    Greater Austin Development Association (GADA)

    Lakeview Developers Association (LDA)

    Latino Real Estate Investors Council (LREIC)

    Lincoln Park Builders of Chicago (LPBC)

    North Suburban Housing Providers (NSHP)

    Northwest Side Building Coalition (NSBC)

    Rogers Park Builders Group (RPBG)

    South Side Community Investment Association (SSCIA)

    Southside Builders Association (SSBA)

    Southwest Housing Providers Group (SWHPG)

    West Suburban Building Owners Association (WSBOA)

    Neighborhood Building Owners Alliance is a 501(c)4 tax-exempt organization.

    Accordingly, contributions are not deductible as charitable donations.

    NBOA Chicago | 1751 W. Howard St., Suite D, PMB 122 | Chicago, IL 60626 US
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  • NBOA Year End – NBOA Officer Interviewed in WSJ Video; Reminder Re: City Notice Provisions

    Dear Industry Partners and other friends,

    On behalf of the NBOA and our twelve affiliates, I wish all of you a joyous holiday season and enjoyable and safe New Years.

    Thanks to so many of you who have assisted the NBOA and help us achieve such success this past year.

    Drop us an email

    NBOA Featured in Wall Street Journal

    Video on Immigration’s Housing Impact

    The Wall Street Journal featured NBOA Vice President Andrew Levin in a December 2025 video story examining how immigration enforcement is affecting Chicago communities.

    At the 5:30 mark, Andrew provides expert analysis on housing market impacts, explaining how reduced work hours and declining household income are driving increased rent delinquencies in immigrant-heavy neighborhoods like Albany Park. The national coverage underscores NBOA’s growing recognition as a trusted voice on housing policy and market dynamics—not just locally, but across the country.

    Watch the Video
    Reminder about Notices for Spring

    Lease Renewal or Rent Increases

    Many of us have long term tenants whose leases expire on April 30, 2025. In fact, for many of us, this is one of the more active months for lease renewal.

    As many of you know, the City of Chicago’s Fair Notice Ordinance requires that we furnish residents living with us three years or more with 120 day notice of non renewal or of rent increase.

    So, in order to be in compliance with City ordinance, on or before New Years, we must furnish said notice about their May 1st renewal (or non-renewal) prior to New Year’s Eve.

    About The City of Chicago’s Fair Notice Ordinance
    As a result of Chicago’s Fair Notice Ordinance passed in the summer, 2020, our lease renewal processes are forever changed. Given that so many of our leases terminate on April 30th of each year, its imperative we review our leases before year end to be sure we don’t forget to furnish certain long term tenants with notice of non renewal or of projected rent increases.City law now requires us to furnish key notification to tenants who have resided with us for three or more years.

    The Fair Notice Ordinance creates a three tier system as it pertains to us issuing notice of non-renewal or of rent increases:

    1. For tenants residing in a unit for six months or less, you must furnish your tenant with at least 30 days notice before non-renewing a lease or increasing rent
    2. For tenants residing in a unit from 6 months to three years – 60 days notice 
    3. For tenants residing in a unit for three or more years – 120 days notice.

    Considering that the Spring rental season is only four months away, bear in mind the following:

    • On or before December 31, 2025, provide notice of non renewal or rent increases to longer term tenants (3 years or longer) with April 30 expiration dates.
    • December 31 would be the last date to notify tenants 6 months to 3 years of non-rental or of rent increase whose lease expires on February 28, 2026.

      

    • Existing law applies for tenants who have resided in your building for six months or less – 30 day notice.
    • Pleases consult with your lawyer to be sure you are properly complying with this new ordinance.
    The NBOA has representatives from – and advocates on behalf of the

    following Chicagoland neighborhood building owners associations:

    Edgewater Uptown Builders Association (EUBA)

    Greater Austin Development Association (GADA)

    Lakeview Developers Association (LDA)

    Latino Real Estate Investors Council (LREIC)

    Lincoln Park Builders of Chicago (LPBC)

    North Suburban Housing Provider (NSHP)

    Northwest Side Building Coalition (NSBC)

    Rogers Park Builders Group (RPBG)

    South Side Community Investment Association (SSCIA)

    Southside Builders Association (SSBA)

    Southwest Housing Providers Group (SWHPG)

    West Suburban Building Owners Association (WSBOA)

    NBOA Chicago | PO BOX 608492 | Chicago, IL 60660 US
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    About Us

    The West Suburban Building Owners Association (WSBOA) is a community of housing providers, real estate professionals, and service partners dedicated to supporting small and mid-sized property owners in Chicago’s western suburbs. Through networking events, advocacy, and education, WSBOA helps members stay informed, connected, and engaged. We are proud to be an affiliate of NBOAChicago.com, a citywide coalition of neighborhood-based property owner associations.