Accept reusable screening reports, without increasing your risk.

Illinois law requires landlords to accept qualifying reusable tenant screening reports and prohibits charging screening or application fees when a valid report is provided.

RentReady Cook County makes it easy to comply.

What you receive

  • secure, no-cost access to the tenant’s report

  • standardized formatting

  • clearly dated reports

  • audit-ready documentation

  • consistent intake for all applicants

What you still control

  • your screening criteria

  • your income thresholds

  • your rental decisions

  • your individualized assessments

  • your approval or denial decisions

Cook County reminder

Criminal history must be reviewed on an individualized basis under Cook County rules.

RentReady supports this process but does not replace your obligations.