Downers Grove — Art. 13A.II Fair Housing § 13A.25

Report By Human Service Commission To Court

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Downers Grove — Art. 13A.II Fair Housing § 13A.25
In the event that a complaint is referred to the Human Service Commission pursuant to DGMC Section 13A.24, the commission shall deliver to the court a written report respecting such complaint and the proceedings of the commission thereon within sixty (60) days after the date of such reference, or such other period as may be specified by the court.
(Ord. No. 1349, § 5.2; Ord. No. 2058, § 4; Ord. No. 2900, § 5.)
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Plain English

Under Downers Grove Municipal Code § 13A.25, when a fair housing complaint is referred to the Human Service Commission by a court, the Commission is required to submit a written report to that court covering the complaint and the Commission's proceedings related to it. This report must be delivered within 60 days of the referral date, unless the court sets a different timeframe. The provision establishes a structured feedback loop between the Commission and the judiciary in the handling of fair housing matters.

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For Property Managers

Landlords involved in a fair housing complaint that has been referred to the Human Service Commission under § 13A.25 should be aware that the Commission will formally report its findings and proceedings to the court within 60 days. Compliant operators generally cooperate with Commission proceedings in a timely manner, as delays or non-cooperation could affect the content of that report. Understanding this reporting timeline can help property owners and managers anticipate the pace of formal complaint resolution.

General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.

For Tenants

Under § 13A.25, if a fair housing complaint you are involved in has been referred to the Human Service Commission, you have the right to know that the Commission must deliver a written report to the court within 60 days of that referral. This report documents the Commission's proceedings and findings, which become part of the court record. Tenants seeking to understand how this process may affect their complaint can consult a local tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider for general guidance on fair housing complaint procedures in Downers Grove.

General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.

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