Maple Park — Title 6 Ch. 6 Fair Housing § 6-6-6
Hearings
Operative Text
A. Issuance of notice and copy of complaint. In case of failure so to eliminate such practice, or in advance thereof, if in its judgment circumstances so warrant, the board shall cause to be issued and served in the name of the board, a written notice together with a copy of such complaint, to all parties, of a full hearing of the complaint at a time and place to be specified in such notice. The notice and complaint shall be served on all parties not less than seven days before the time set for the public hearing, which hearing shall be held not later than 45 days from the date of the filing of the complaint. B. Rights of complainant. The person charged with having engaged in or engaging in the unfair housing practice shall have the right to file an answer to the complaint, to appear at the hearing in person, to be represented by counsel, and to submit testimony. The complainant shall be allowed to present testimony in person or by counsel. C. Powers of board. Such hearing shall be conducted by the board. The board shall not be bound by strict rules of evidence prevailing in courts of law or equity. The board shall have full power to subpoena witnesses and pertinent documents, which power may be enforced by the board by proper petition to any court of competent jurisdiction. The board shall have power to administer oaths and to take sworn testimony. D. Report and recommendation of board. At the conclusion of the hearings, the board shall render a written report and recommendation, which shall be served by mail upon the parties. No report shall be delayed more than 60 days after the date of the issuance of notice for commencement of the first hearing.
Maple Park — Title 6 Ch. 6 Fair Housing § 6-6-6 establishes the formal hearing process that the fair housing board follows after a complaint is filed. All parties must receive written notice and a copy of the complaint at least seven days before a public hearing, which must be scheduled within 45 days of the complaint's filing. Both the person accused of an unfair housing practice and the complainant have the right to appear, be represented by counsel, and present testimony. After the hearing concludes, the board must issue a written report and recommendation within 60 days of the first hearing notice.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Maple Park — Title 6 Ch. 6 Fair Housing § 6-6-6, a property owner or manager named in a fair housing complaint can expect to receive formal written notice and a copy of the complaint no fewer than seven days before any scheduled public hearing. A compliant operator generally keeps records organized and accessible, since the board holds subpoena power over witnesses and documents. Respondents have the right to file a written answer, appear at the hearing, and be represented by legal counsel throughout the process.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Maple Park — Title 6 Ch. 6 Fair Housing § 6-6-6 gives complainants the right to present testimony in person or through an attorney at a formal public hearing that must be convened within 45 days of filing. The board operates under relaxed evidentiary rules compared to a court, which can make the process more accessible to individuals without legal representation. Tenants who have filed a complaint can expect a written report and recommendation from the board within 60 days of the first hearing notice, and tenant-rights organizations in the area may be able to help complainants understand what to expect at each stage.
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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