(a) FHRB, within thirty (30) days after a complaint has been received, shall commence an investigation and shall determine that either:
(1) There are reasonable grounds to believe that an unlawful discriminatory housing practice has occurred, in which case FHRB shall then initiate the conciliation process set forth in Section 749.09; or
(2) There are no reasonable grounds to believe that an unlawful discriminatory housing practice has occurred, in which case the FHRB shall dismiss the complaint by preparing a written notice of dismissal, within five (5) days, by serving a copy of the notice of dismissal by certified mail on the parties. The notice of dismissal shall advise the complainant of his or her right of appeal under this section. Within fourteen (14) days of receipt of notice of dismissal, the complainant may appeal by filing a written request with FHRB for a review of the complaint. By a majority vote, FHRB may reverse the dismissal and refer the complaint to conciliation, pursuant to Section 749.09.
(b) FHRB shall complete the investigation within one hundred (100) days after receipt of the complaint, unless impracticable, in which case FHRB shall inform, in writing, the complainant and the respondent of the reasons why the investigation cannot be completed within the time prescribed.
(c) FHRB may be assisted in the investigation by a fair housing agency or other organization or person under contract with the City.
(Ord. 91-2006. Passed 11-14-06.)