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HB 2355

COUNTIES CD-LEASE OF PROPERTY

104th Regular Session Introduced by Maura Hirschauer

HB 2355 authorizes Illinois counties to lease county-owned property for commercial development, enabling revenue generation while retaining public ownership of land assets.

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Bill Summary · HB 2355

Legislative bill overview

HB 2355 allows Illinois counties to lease property for commercial development purposes, establishing procedures and authority for county governing bodies to enter into lease agreements for real property. The bill appears to expand counties' existing property management authority by clarifying their ability to lease (rather than only sell) county-owned land.

Why is this important

County-owned property represents significant public assets. Clarifying lease authority allows counties to generate ongoing revenue from underutilized land while retaining ownership, potentially providing more flexible alternatives to permanent sales. This affects local government finances and land use decisions across Illinois counties.

Potential points of contention

  • Revenue implications: Whether lease terms adequately protect taxpayer interests and ensure fair market value for public property
  • Oversight and transparency: What approval processes, public notice requirements, and bidding procedures apply to county lease decisions
  • Land use control: Whether leasing maintains appropriate public control over county property or creates long-term commercial commitments that limit future public use options

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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