Aurora — Art. 22-II Housing Discrimination § 22-20
Duties And Functions
Operative Text
Human relations commission. Working with city agencies, local groups and individuals, and relevant government agencies, the human relations commission seeks to work as an investigative, consultative, cooperative, mediative, education and promotion and advisory agency to further understanding among, and preserve recognized rights of residents of the city, and those who interact within the community, particularly in the areas of equal employment opportunity, housing and other real estate transactions, including access to public services and facilities. The human relations commission shall endeavor to resolve grievances, advise, consult and cooperate with the mayor, city council, city departments, agencies and officials, regarding approaches it believes will foster harmonious community relations and preserve recognized rights and maintain an accessible, workable and enforceable means of assuring fair and equal treatment as defined by all applicable state and federal laws and state and federal constitutions. The human relations commission shall report semi-annually in writing to the city council on its activities. The human relations commission shall perform the above duties and functions through the following regular activity: In accordance with its complaint process as outlined in section 22-26 of this chapter and its adopted rules of procedure and regulations, the human relations commission shall receive, record and investigate any written complaint alleging unequal or unfair treatment in violation of this chapter; Recommend administrative or other ameliorative action to be taken to assure fair and equal treatment and foster good will; Invite and enlist the cooperation of any citizen, organization or committee which can be of benefit in fulfilling the responsibilities of the human relations commission in carrying out specific programs designed to lessen conflicts and improve understanding in the community; Adopt and promulgate bylaws and rules of procedure not in conflict and as approved by the city council which the human relations commission deems necessary to conduct its meetings, conciliatory conferences, investigations, public hearings and general operations so as to carry out the purpose and provisions of this chapter; Cooperate and assist any person who requests such cooperation or assistance for the purpose of developing and maintaining programs to assure fair and equal treatment. (Ord. No. O12-043, § 1, 6-12-12)
Aurora's Human Relations Commission, established under Art. 22-II § 22-20, is a multi-function body charged with investigating complaints of unequal or unfair treatment in housing and other areas, mediating disputes, and advising city officials on ways to promote fair and equal treatment. The Commission receives written complaints, conducts investigations, and recommends corrective or ameliorative actions in accordance with the complaint process outlined in § 22-26. It also reports semi-annually to the Aurora City Council on its activities and works cooperatively with community organizations and individuals to reduce conflict and improve understanding.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Art. 22-II § 22-20, property owners and managers operating in Aurora should be aware that the Human Relations Commission is authorized to receive, record, and investigate written complaints alleging discriminatory or unfair treatment in housing transactions. Operators who maintain fair housing practices and cooperate with Commission inquiries are generally better positioned to resolve any grievances through the Commission's mediation and conciliation processes. Familiarity with the Commission's adopted rules of procedure, which are approved by the Aurora City Council, can help property managers understand what a complaint investigation may involve.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Residents of Aurora who believe they have experienced unequal or unfair treatment in housing have the option of filing a written complaint with the Human Relations Commission under Art. 22-II § 22-20, which authorizes the Commission to investigate such allegations. The Commission's complaint process, detailed further in § 22-26, also includes mediation and conciliation as potential paths toward resolution. Tenants seeking to understand their options may also reach out to local tenant-rights organizations or consult the Commission directly, as § 22-20 explicitly empowers the Commission to cooperate with and assist individuals who request such help.
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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