Phoenix — Ch. 22 Art. VI Property Maintenance § 22-396
Administrative review
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The findings, decision and order of the hearing officer under this subdivision shall be subject to review in the county circuit court under the provisions of the administrative review law or in proceedings involving alleged violations of this division, as otherwise provided by law.
Section 22-396 of Phoenix's Ch. 22 Art. VI Property Maintenance establishes that any findings, decision, or order issued by a hearing officer in a property maintenance proceeding can be challenged in county circuit court. This review is conducted under the administrative review law or through other legally recognized review proceedings. The provision ensures that parties affected by a hearing officer's ruling have a formal judicial avenue to contest that outcome.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under § 22-396, property owners and managers should be aware that a hearing officer's decision in a property maintenance enforcement matter is not necessarily final — it may be reviewed by the county circuit court. Compliant operators generally keep thorough records of all proceedings, notices, and communications related to any enforcement action, as such documentation can be relevant in an administrative review. Understanding that this judicial review pathway exists helps operators plan how they engage with the hearing process from the outset.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Section 22-396 means that if a hearing officer issues a decision or order in a property maintenance proceeding that affects you, that ruling can be taken to the county circuit court for review under the administrative review law. This provides a formal legal check on hearing officer decisions, giving affected parties a path beyond the initial administrative process. Tenants who believe a hearing outcome was incorrect may wish to consult a tenant-rights organization or legal aid provider to understand how this review process works in practice.
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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