Notice to Demolish or Repair Property at 282 West 16th Street, Chicago Heights

By the Editorial Team · Thursday, July 9, 2026

The City of Chicago Heights has notified the owner of 282 West 16th Street that the vacant building there poses a public hazard and must be repaired, enclosed, or demolished within 30 days. If the owner fails to act, the city will perform the necessary work and recover costs through a property lien to ensure community safety.

The City of Chicago Heights has issued a formal notice regarding the property located at 282 West 16th Street, Chicago Heights, Illinois 60411. According to the notice, the building on this property has been determined to be open, vacant, and poses an immediate and continuing hazard to the surrounding community and the public.

Under Section 11-31-1(e) of the Illinois Municipal Code (65 ILCS 5/11-31-1(e)), the city requires the property owner, beneficial owner, any land trust holding title, or lienholders to take corrective action within 30 days of receiving the notice. These actions include demolition, repair, or enclosure of the building, as well as the removal of any garbage, debris, or hazardous materials present on the property. Failure to comply with these requirements will lead to the city undertaking the necessary demolition, repair, enclosure, and cleanup measures.

The City of Chicago Heights will recover any costs incurred from such actions by placing a lien against the property. This ensures that expenses related to addressing the safety hazards and maintaining community welfare are recouped.

The Department of Code Enforcement, located at 1601 South Chicago Road, Chicago Heights, Illinois, is overseeing the enforcement of this notice. Owners or interested parties with questions or concerns are encouraged to contact the department directly.

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