Illinois §22.1 · common questions

How much can an association charge for a 22.1 disclosure?

Illinois law caps the fee at $375, charged to the selling unit owner, covering the direct out-of-pocket cost of providing and copying the information (765 ILCS 605/22.1(c)). The cap adjusts annually with the Consumer Price Index (CPI-U) beginning in 2023, and the association may charge an additional $100 for rush service completed within 72 hours.

Who pays, and when

The seller pays the association — not the buyer. Many associations charge at or near the cap. For a small self-managed building, the fee can offset the board's cost of assembling the packet (including any tools or copying costs).

Fee disputes

Overcharging beyond the statutory framework was litigated for years before the 2022 amendment set the cap. In 2026, the Illinois Appellate Court (First District) declined to recognize a private right of action over disclosure fees charged within the statutory cap. Keep the fee at or under the cap and document what it covers.