Mount Carmel — Ch. 12 Housing § 12-156
Removal of members for cause after hearing; vacancies
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The city council shall have the power to remove any member of the board of housing appeals for cause after public hearing. Vacancies shall be filled by the city council for the unexpired term of the member whose place has become vacant.
Mount Carmel Ch. 12 Housing § 12-156 establishes two related rules governing the Board of Housing Appeals. First, the city council holds the authority to remove any board member for cause, but only after a public hearing has been conducted. Second, when a vacancy arises on the board for any reason, the city council is responsible for appointing a replacement who serves out the remainder of the departing member's original term.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 12-156, the Board of Housing Appeals is subject to city council oversight, meaning its membership and continuity can shift over time. Operators who have matters pending before the board should be aware that membership changes are filled by appointment for unexpired terms, preserving the board's ongoing function. Staying informed about the composition of the board is a general practice for those regularly engaged in housing appeals proceedings in Mount Carmel.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-156 provides a structural safeguard by requiring a public hearing before any board member can be removed, helping to ensure the Board of Housing Appeals remains an accountable body. Tenants who rely on the board as a forum for housing-related appeals can take note that vacancies are filled for the remainder of a term, so the board remains operational. Those with concerns about board composition or conduct may wish to attend public city council meetings or consult a tenant-rights organization familiar with Mount Carmel's housing governance.
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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