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Phoenix — Ch. 50 Human Relations § 50-122

Dismissal

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Verified 11/10/2026 · Next check 12/10/2026
PhoenixFair Housing & Anti-Discrimination

Operative Text

Phoenix — Ch. 50 Human Relations § 50-122
(a) If the administrator determines that the allegation, as stated in the complaint, if true, would not constitute a violation of this article, or if it is found by an investigation that the allegations appear not to be supported by the facts, the administrator shall dismiss the complaint and notify all parties thereof.
(b) In the event of a dismissal of a complaint by the administrator or in the event of a refusal to act on a complaint, the complaint shall be forwarded to the fair housing review board by the administrator together with reasons therefor. The board shall review every complaint thus filed.
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Plain English

Phoenix Ch. 50 Human Relations § 50-122 establishes a two-step process for handling complaints that do not move forward. If the administrator finds that the alleged conduct would not violate the article even if true, or that the facts do not appear to support the allegations, the complaint is dismissed and all parties are notified. Any dismissed or unacted-upon complaint is then automatically forwarded to the fair housing review board, which must review every such complaint.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under § 50-122, property owners and managers named in a fair housing complaint may receive a dismissal notice if the administrator determines the allegations lack legal or factual basis. A compliant operator generally keeps records of all communications and actions related to a complaint, since the fair housing review board will independently review every dismissed matter. Understanding that dismissal does not necessarily end the process helps operators maintain thorough documentation throughout.

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

For Tenants

Section § 50-122 provides a built-in safeguard for complainants: even if the administrator dismisses a complaint or declines to act on it, the matter is automatically forwarded to the fair housing review board for independent review. Tenants who receive a dismissal notice should be aware that this board review is a standard part of the process, not a final dead end. Tenant-rights organizations familiar with Phoenix's fair housing procedures can help individuals understand what the board review stage may involve.

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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