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Rochelle — Ch. 58 Human Relations § 58-35

Complaint procedure

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

Operative Text

Rochelle — Ch. 58 Human Relations § 58-35
Any person aggrieved by an unlawful practice prohibited by this article may file a complaint with the city manager within 30 days after the aggrieved person becomes aware of the alleged unlawful practice, and in no event more than 60 days after the alleged unlawful practice occurred. The city attorney or his duly authorized representative shall investigate each complaint and attempt to resolve each complaint. Failure to achieve a resolution acceptable to both parties and compliance with this article shall be reported to the city council in accordance with the provisions set forth in this Code, and the council shall take such further action as it deems appropriate.
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Plain English

Under Rochelle Ch. 58 Human Relations § 58-35, anyone who believes they have been harmed by an unlawful practice covered by this article has a defined window to seek relief: a complaint must be filed with the city manager within 30 days of becoming aware of the alleged violation, and no later than 60 days after the violation itself occurred. Once a complaint is filed, the city attorney's office is responsible for investigating and attempting to broker a resolution between the parties. If no mutually acceptable resolution is reached, the matter is escalated to the city council, which then decides what further action to take.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Property owners and managers operating in Rochelle should be aware that § 58-35 establishes a formal complaint pathway that can result in city council review. Operators who maintain clear records of their practices and communications are generally better positioned to participate constructively in the city attorney's investigation and resolution process. Understanding the dual time limits — 30 days from awareness and 60 days from the alleged incident — helps operators anticipate when a complaint window may be open or closed.

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

For Tenants

Rochelle Ch. 58 § 58-35 gives individuals who believe they have experienced an unlawful practice the right to file a formal complaint with the city manager, but the deadlines are strict: the complaint must be submitted within 30 days of learning about the alleged violation and no more than 60 days after it occurred. Once filed, the city attorney's office will investigate and attempt to reach a resolution; if that effort fails, the city council becomes involved. Tenants who believe their rights under this article have been violated may also wish to consult a tenant-rights organization to understand the full range of options available under this provision.

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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