LOLI studied Ju Jitsu for about 2 years, but found that I kept watching the guys in kick boxing class and day dreaming of how cool it would be to be able to actually punch someone in the face.

The stair faces the yard, and it's not within 6' of an adjacent property.I found the code section.CHICAGO CODES 13-200-260 Porches and Decks Existing porches and decks may be repaired or replaced in the same location with construction of the same type as that of the existing porch or deck. (1) Existing porches not exceeding three stories in height may be extended up one story to the roof level regardless of their location with respect to the lot line or other buildings on the same lot, if in conformance with the Zoning Ordinance. (2) Existing porches may be enclosed, regardless of their location with respect to the lot line or other buildings on the same lot, if construction requirements of Chapter 13-60 are met.

Needs some light upgrades to the units and a face lift to the exterior.

Fireplace mantel (right now we have a brick face wood burning fireplace)4.

Does anyone here have any experience to share so I (and others) might be prepared with the knowledge should we be faced with this?

Based on the fact that he is challenging you to evict, not doing so will just make him bolder and encourage him to test you more going forward.

@Kyle Soderman @James Smith - I had a question regarding whether it would be ok to apply online rather than face to face since I am at work during banker's hours.

So your purpose may be to create systems and processes to overcome challenges your company faces.

Have you had a lawyer look at it in the case a tenant challenges that clause during an eviction?

Buyers who fail to comply can face a penalty of $10,000 and lose any earnest money paid."