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Mascoutah — Ch. 13 Fair Housing Code § 13-1-24

Hearings by city council

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

Operative Text

Mascoutah — Ch. 13 Fair Housing Code § 13-1-24
(a) Such hearing shall be conducted by the city council upon due and reasonable notice to all parties. The city council shall have power to administer oaths and to take sworn testimony. Any party alleged to have violated this Code 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 city council shall render the complainant a decision.
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Plain English

Section 13-1-24 of Mascoutah's Fair Housing Code establishes the procedural framework for hearings conducted by the city council when a fair housing complaint is brought forward. The city council is empowered to administer oaths and take sworn testimony, and all parties must receive due and reasonable notice before the hearing takes place. Any party accused of a violation has the right to legal representation, to call witnesses on their own behalf, and to cross-examine opposing witnesses. At the close of the hearing, the city council issues a formal decision to the complainant.

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For Property Managers

Under § 13-1-24 of Mascoutah's Fair Housing Code, a property owner or manager who is alleged to have violated the Code is entitled to participate in a formal city council hearing with advance notice. Compliant operators generally ensure they are prepared to present their case, including retaining legal counsel if desired and identifying witnesses who can speak to the facts at issue. Understanding that the city council holds authority to administer oaths and render a binding decision helps operators take the hearing process seriously from the outset.

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

For Tenants

Section 13-1-24 of Mascoutah's Fair Housing Code provides that once a fair housing complaint proceeds to a hearing, the city council must notify all parties in advance and conduct a formal proceeding with sworn testimony. As a complainant, a tenant can expect a decision to be rendered by the city council at the conclusion of the hearing. Tenants who believe their fair housing rights have been violated may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to understand how to present their case effectively within this hearing process.

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 § 13-1-24
IL Muni § 13-1-27
IL Muni § 13-1-24
IL Muni § 13-1-2

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