Place this table on the first page of the lease itself, not in an addendum. Page 1 of the lease must contain every non-optional fee.
Fee disclosure (lease page 1)
Example Apartment, 1420 W Sample Ave, Unit 2, Chicago 60622 · Landlord/manager: Sample Properties (example)
Rent and totals
| Monthly rent | $1,650 |
| Total monthly cost including required monthly fees | $1,725 |
| Due before move-in (first month and required one-time fees) | $2,175 |
Required (non-optional) fees
| Fee | Amount | How often | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Application fee | $50 | One-time | Per adult applicant, background check included |
| Move-in fee | $400 | One-time | |
| Parking, assigned outdoor space | $75 | Monthly |
Fees charged only if they apply
| Fee | Amount | How often | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Late fee | $67.50 | If it applies | $10 plus 5% of rent above $500 (Chicago RLTO maximum on $1,650 rent) |
| Returned payment fee | $25 | If it applies |
Optional fees (tenant may decline)
| Fee | Amount | How often | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pet rent | $35 | Monthly | Only with a pet, per pet. No charge for assistance animals |
| Storage locker | $30 | Monthly |
Utilities
Included in rent: Heat, Water, Sewer, Trash, Hot water.
Not included: Electricity (tenant pays provider), Cooking gas (tenant pays provider), Internet (tenant pays provider).
All non-optional fees for this lease, one-time and recurring, are listed on this first page as required by 765 ILCS 705/35. Online copy: rentalfeedisclosure.com/f/example-apartment-1420-w-sample-ave-2-chicago/ (version 2, November 1, 2026).
Tenant initials and date
Landlord initials and date