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Ashland — Ch. 20 Human Relations § 20-41

Hearings by village board

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

Operative Text

Ashland — Ch. 20 Human Relations § 20-41
(a) The hearing shall be conducted by the village board upon due and reasonable notice to all parties. The village board shall have the power to administer oaths and to take sworn testimony. Any party alleged to have violated this article shall be entitled to be represented by counsel and shall have the right to call witnesses in his own behalf and to cross-examine witnesses.
(b) At the conclusion of such hearing, the village board shall render the complainant a decision.
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Plain English

Section 20-41 of Ashland's Chapter 20 Human Relations establishes the procedural framework for hearings before the village board when a violation of the article is alleged. All parties must receive due and reasonable notice before the hearing takes place, and the board holds authority to administer oaths and take sworn testimony. Any party accused of a violation has the right to legal representation, to call their own witnesses, and to cross-examine opposing witnesses, and the board must issue a decision to the complainant at the hearing's conclusion.

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Plain English — not legal advice.

For Property Managers

Under § 20-41, a property owner or manager who is named in a complaint can expect to receive formal notice before any village board hearing is convened. Operators who face such proceedings generally ensure they understand their right to retain legal counsel, prepare witnesses, and exercise cross-examination rights during the hearing. Keeping thorough records of rental practices and communications can support a clear presentation before the board when a decision is rendered.

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

For Tenants

Section 20-41 provides that if you have filed a complaint under Chapter 20, the village board is required to give all parties reasonable notice of the hearing and must render a decision on your complaint at its conclusion. As the complainant, you are entitled to participate in a structured proceeding where sworn testimony is taken and witnesses may be called and cross-examined. Tenants navigating this process may find it helpful to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to understand how to present their case effectively before the village board.

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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