What are my rights if the heat stops working in my rented apartment during the winter in Chicago?
Fan-out diagram
Seed → topic clusters → sub-queries, per model.
Badge and edge weight = share of passes that produced the query. Hover a query for its intent and routing format.
Query classes
Google's semantic query class for every sub-query: what kind of answer each search is after, simulated vs real.
Classes come from the query-classifier (a local Laya model). 2 of 3 calls are low-confidence (under 50%) — hover a query in the table to see its confidence. 34 queries are still being classified.
What the models actually searched
Each model answered the query with its own web search. These are the searches it ran, matched to the closest simulated query.
- City of Chicago :: Chicago Heat Ordinance · chicago.gov
- 14X-8-802.2.2 Heat to be provided. · codelibrary.amlegal.com
- 5-12-110 Tenant remedies. · codelibrary.amlegal.com
- 5-12-100 Notice of conditions affecting habitability. · codelibrary.amlegal.com
- 5-12-070 Landlord's responsibility to maintain. · codelibrary.amlegal.com
- noncompliance or failure: · chicityclerk.s3.amazonaws.com
- Free legal assistance · legalaidchicago.org
- Chicago tenant legal assistance · lcbh.org
- Tenant rights and legal information · illinoislegalaid.org
Semantic map
Every query placed by meaning (EmbeddingGemma 2, 256-d). Shaded regions are topics, nearby points are near-paraphrases, and a circle's size is how often the query came back.
Queries
| Query / type | Search | Intent | Query class | Routing format | Cluster | Freq ↓ | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
tenant rights no heat chicago winter REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to find the direct legal rights of a tenant when the heat fails during winter in Chicago. | — | web_article | tenant rights during heating failure | 2x of 3 | |
can I withhold rent if my apartment has no heat Chicago IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if rent withholding is a legally permitted remedy for lack of heat in Chicago. | — | forum/qna | withholding rent and temporary housing | 2x of 3 | |
Chicago tenant rights no heat winter REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants an overview of Chicago legal statutes protecting tenants when the heating fails during freezing months. | — | web_article | tenant rights during heating failure | 1x of 3 | |
chicago RLTO winter heat requirements minimum temperature ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know the exact legal minimum temperatures mandated by the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance. | — | pdf_whitepaper | winter heat ordinance and temperature l… | 1x of 3 | |
chicago residential landlord ordinance heat requirements ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Locate the exact municipal code and temperature requirements enforced by the city. | — | pdf_whitepaper | winter heat ordinance and temperature l… | 1x of 3 | |
Chicago RLTO landlord responsibilities heat ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to see specific text or summaries from the Chicago Residential Landlord and Tenant Ordinance regarding heating. | — | pdf_whitepaper | repair and deduct rules | 1x of 3 | |
how long can a landlord take to fix heat in Illinois RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know the legal timeframe a landlord has to restore broken heating systems. | — | faq_page | landlord repair timelines and emergenci… | 1x of 3 | |
can I withhold rent if my apartment has no heat in chicago IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if withholding rent is a legally permissible action when the landlord fails to provide heat. | — | faq_page | withholding rent and temporary housing | 1x of 3 | |
landlord fails to fix heat emergency steps chicago RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Know the immediate actionable steps to take when a landlord ignores a heating failure. | — | how_to_steps | landlord repair timelines and emergenci… | 1x of 3 | |
landlord emergency heat repair timeline Illinois RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know how quickly a landlord is legally required to fix a broken heating system in an emergency. | — | web_article | landlord repair timelines and emergenci… | 1x of 3 | |
breaking lease legally lack of heat chicago RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Determine if lack of heat constitutes constructive eviction allowing lease termination. | — | web_article | breaking lease for lack of heat | 1x of 3 | |
what to do if apartment radiator stops working winter RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants immediate practical troubleshooting steps or escalation procedures when heating fails. | — | how_to_steps | landlord repair timelines and emergenci… | 1x of 3 | |
what to do if apartment is freezing landlord wont fix heat RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user seeks actionable steps to take when facing an unresponsive landlord during a heating outage. | — | how_to_steps | landlord repair timelines and emergenci… | 1x of 3 | |
emergency heating failure tenant rights vs withholding rent COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to compare legal remedies like rent withholding versus repair-and-deduct or breaking the lease. | — | comparison_table | landlord repair timelines and emergenci… | 1x of 3 | |
chicago apartment no heat call 311 or health department ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know which city agencies to contact to report a landlord for failing to provide heat. | — | checklist | reporting and emergency contacts | 1x of 3 | |
chicago minimum temperature law for apartments ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find the exact minimum required indoor temperatures by law in Chicago during cold months. | — | glossary/definition | winter heat ordinance and temperature l… | 1x of 3 | |
legal definition of habitable apartment Chicago winter ENTITY EXPANSION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to understand the legal threshold for the implied warranty of habitability in Chicago. | — | glossary/definition | winter heat ordinance and temperature l… | 1x of 3 | |
can I break my lease legally if heat breaks in winter chicago COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if lack of heat constitutes constructive eviction allowing them to break the lease. | — | web_article | breaking lease for lack of heat | 1x of 3 | |
who to call if landlord wont fix heat chicago REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Find city agencies, hotlines, or legal aid contacts to report a landlord violating heat laws. | — | faq_page | landlord repair timelines and emergenci… | 1x of 3 | |
who to call to report no heat in apartment Chicago RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants specific municipal phone numbers or agencies to report a landlord failing to provide heat. | — | checklist | reporting and emergency contacts | 1x of 3 | |
tenant rights repair and deduct chicago heat REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if they can hire their own contractor to fix the heat and deduct the cost from rent. | — | faq_page | repair and deduct rules | 1x of 3 | |
withholding rent vs repair and deduct chicago law COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Compare the legal risks and benefits of withholding rent versus paying for repairs and deducting it. | — | comparison_table | repair and deduct rules | 1x of 3 | |
can I break my lease if heat is broken Chicago IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if severe lack of heat constitutes constructive eviction allowing lease termination. | — | web_article | breaking lease for lack of heat | 1x of 3 | |
hotel reimbursement landlord no heat chicago law IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if the landlord must pay for alternative housing if the apartment becomes uninhabitable due to cold. | — | forum/qna | reporting and emergency contacts | 1x of 3 | |
tenant rights property damage frozen pipes no heat chicago IMPLICIT | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Learn who is liable for damaged personal property or frozen pipes when the heat fails. | — | web_article | tenant rights during heating failure | 1x of 3 | |
tenant rights no heat vs air conditioning failure COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know how legal protections and urgency differ between winter heating failures and summer AC failures. | — | comparison_table | tenant rights during heating failure | 1x of 3 | |
chicago tenant union emergency heat hotline PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user is looking for advocacy groups or hotlines to call for immediate help with a heating emergency. | — | map/local_pack | reporting and emergency contacts | 1x of 3 | |
what constitutes uninhabitable living conditions chicago winter REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Understand the legal definition of the warranty of habitability in Chicago. | — | web_article | winter heat ordinance and temperature l… | 1x of 3 | |
chicago tenant rights checklist winter heating PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Get a quick checklist of rights and obligations to review during a heating emergency. | — | checklist | repair and deduct rules | 1x of 3 | |
habitability laws chicago winter heating violations REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants the legal definition and statutory basis of the implied warranty of habitability regarding heat. | — | glossary/definition | winter heat ordinance and temperature l… | 1x of 3 | |
as a tenant I need temporary alternative housing paid by landlord no heat PERSONALIZED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants to know if the landlord is legally required to pay for a hotel when the apartment has no heat. | — | faq_page | withholding rent and temporary housing | 1x of 3 | |
Chicago winter heat ordinance minimum temperature requirements REFORMULATION | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants the exact numerical temperature minimums required by Chicago law during the winter season. | — | product_spec_sheet | winter heat ordinance and temperature l… | 1x of 3 | |
tenant rights vs landlord responsibilities chicago winter utilities COMPARATIVE | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | The user wants a clear comparison of what responsibilities fall on the landlord versus the tenant regarding utilities and maintenance. | — | comparison_table | repair and deduct rules | 1x of 3 | |
can landlord evict me for reporting no heat chicago RELATED | Google ↗ AI Mode ↗ | Check protections against retaliatory eviction after reporting code violations. | — | forum/qna | withholding rent and temporary housing | 1x of 3 |
Passes
Does another pass still surface new queries? A flattening curve means the fan-out has stabilised.
| Model | Pass | Target | Generated | Seconds | Tokens (in / out) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 1 | 12 | 12 | — | 911 / 1,540 | |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 2 | 12 | 12 | — | 911 / 1,524 | |
| gemini-3.5-flash-lite | 3 | 12 | 12 | — | 911 / 1,408 |