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Pontiac — Part I Ch. 24 Human Relations and Social Services § 24-53

Limitation on time for filing complaints

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

Operative Text

Pontiac — Part I Ch. 24 Human Relations and Social Services § 24-53
Any complaint filed under this article with the human relations commission must be filed within 30 days after the alleged discriminatory violation occurred, or it shall be barred.
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Plain English

Under Pontiac's Part I Ch. 24 § 24-53, any complaint alleging a discriminatory housing violation must be submitted to the human relations commission no later than 30 days after the alleged violation took place. Complaints submitted after this window are barred from consideration, regardless of their merits. This strict deadline applies to all complaints filed under the article.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under § 24-53, the 30-day filing window for discrimination complaints means that any complaint brought against a property owner or manager must have been filed within 30 days of the alleged incident. Operators who maintain clear, dated records of their interactions, notices, and decisions are generally better positioned to establish when events occurred. Familiarity with this limitation period is a standard part of managing compliance under Pontiac's human relations ordinance.

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

For Tenants

Section 24-53 establishes that a complaint alleging discriminatory conduct must be filed with the Pontiac Human Relations Commission within 30 days of when the alleged violation occurred, or the complaint will be barred. Tenants who believe they have experienced a discriminatory housing violation generally act promptly to preserve their ability to seek relief through this process. Tenant-rights organizations and legal aid services can help individuals understand how this deadline applies and what options may be available under the article.

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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Rules and statutes that cite this regulation

IL Muni § 24-120
IL Muni § 24-51
IL Muni § 24-51
IL Muni § 24-83
IL Muni § 24-82
IL Muni § 24-51
IL Muni § 24-53

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