Mount Carmel — Ch. 12 Housing § 12-158
Meetings; administration of oaths; quorum
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All meetings of the board of housing appeals shall be held at the call of the chairman and at such other times as the board may determine. The chairman, or in his absence the acting chairman, may administer oaths and compel the attendance of witnesses. Four members of the board shall constitute a quorum.
Section 12-158 of Mount Carmel's Housing Code establishes the procedural rules governing how the Board of Housing Appeals convenes and operates. Meetings are called by the chairman or scheduled by the board itself, and the chairman (or acting chairman in their absence) holds the authority to administer oaths and compel witness attendance. Four board members must be present to constitute a quorum, meaning official business cannot be conducted without that minimum attendance threshold.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 12-158, the Board of Housing Appeals follows defined procedural rules that govern when and how it meets, which affects any appeal hearings a property owner may be involved in. Compliant operators generally stay informed of board meeting schedules and understand that the chairman holds authority to require witness appearances under oath. Knowing that a quorum of four members is required under this section helps property managers anticipate whether a scheduled hearing can proceed.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 12-158 establishes the structural rules under which the Mount Carmel Board of Housing Appeals operates, which is relevant to any tenant who has a matter before the board. Because the chairman can administer oaths and compel witnesses under this provision, tenants participating in a hearing may expect a formal proceeding with sworn testimony. Tenants who believe a hearing was improperly conducted — for example, without the required quorum of four members — may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization to understand what procedural remedies may be available.
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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