Terms of Use

HACC makes no guarantees regarding the accuracy, completeness, or reliability of the website’s content. Information is provided “as is” without warranties of any kind, including but not limited to fitness for a particular purpose or non-infringement.

This website of the Housing Authority of Cook County (“HACC”) is offered to you, the user (“User”), conditioned on acceptance of the terms, conditions, and notices contained herein. If you do not accept these Terms of Use, please do not use the website.

HACC provides this website as a public service and reserves the right to offer it directly or through authorized service providers. Your access and use of this website constitutes your acceptance of these terms. HACC may revise these Terms of Use at any time by updating this posting. Please check back periodically for updates.

Permissible Use

You agree to use the HACC website only for lawful purposes. You are responsible for understanding and adhering to all applicable laws regarding your use of the website. You agree not to:

Use the website to commit or encourage any criminal offense.
Alter, damage, or delete content on the website.
Disrupt the website, servers, or networks.
Engage in any activity that could create civil liability.
Impersonate others or misrepresent affiliations.
Upload harmful software (e.g., viruses, malware).
Post, transmit, or share unauthorized materials.
HACC reserves the right to suspend accounts and/or website access if there is reason to believe these terms are violated. If contact information is provided, HACC may notify users of such suspensions.

Links to Third-Party Websites

This website may contain links to external websites not operated or controlled by HACC. HACC does not assume responsibility for the content, security, or policies of such sites. Users access third-party websites at their own risk.

Disclaimer

HACC and its affiliates will not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of the website, including, but not limited to, the following:

Errors, inaccuracies, or omissions in website content.
Website downtime or technical issues.
Loss of data, revenue, or profits.

By using this website, you assume all associated risks, including potential damage to your device, data, or software due to viruses or malicious content.

Passwords & Account Security
If you create an account on the HACC website, you are responsible for maintaining its security. You are solely accountable for activities occurring under your account. If you suspect unauthorized access, notify HACC immediately at helpdesk@thehacc.org.

The Housing Authority does not store your password and does not have access to your password. It is your responsibility to keep your password secure.

User-Provided Content

Certain features may allow users to submit content. By doing so, you agree:

To provide accurate, up-to-date information.
To avoid posting unlawful, obscene, defamatory, or infringing materials.
Not to share copyrighted content without proper authorization.
To comply with HACC policies and applicable laws.

HACC reserves the right to remove any content violating these Terms of Use. Forums and discussions on this website are public, and HACC does not endorse or verify user-generated content.

Intellectual Property

All text, graphics, images, software, and other materials on this website are the property of HACC unless otherwise indicated. Unauthorized reproduction, distribution, or modification is prohibited.

Notice of Copyright Infringement

If you believe your copyrighted work has been used without permission, submit a written notice with the following:

Your signature (electronic or physical).
A description of the copyrighted work.
Identification of the alleged infringing content.
Your contact information.
A statement affirming your good faith belief that the use is unauthorized.
A declaration under penalty of perjury that your claim is accurate.

Send notices to: HACC Marketing Department at marketing@thehacc.org

Indemnification

By using this website, you agree to indemnify and hold harmless the HACC, its employees, officers, and affiliates from any claims, liabilities, damages, or legal fees arising from your use or misuse of the website.

Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of Illinois. Any disputes will be handled in courts located in Cook County, Illinois.

Severability

If any provision of these Terms of Use is deemed invalid, the remaining terms will continue in full effect.

Complete Agreement

These Terms of Use constitute the entire agreement between HACC and the User regarding website usage, superseding prior communications.