A. Hearing by Housing Code Advisory and Appeals Board. At the time fixed in the notice required by Section 8.100.760(C) of this chapter, the board shall proceed to hear the testimony of the building official or the building official's authorized representatives and the testimony of the appellant, other competent persons, including members of the public, respecting those matters or issues specifically listed by the appellant in the notice of appeal.
B. Record. A record of the entire proceedings shall be made by tape recording or by any other means of permanent recording determined to be appropriate by the board.
C. Reporting. The proceedings at the hearing may also be reported by a certified shorthand reporter if such report is provided by the appellant at appellant's own expense.
D. Continuances. The board may, upon request of the appellant or the building official, grant continuances from time to time for good cause shown, or upon its own motion.
E. Oaths-Certification. In any proceedings under this chapter, the board has the power to administer oaths and affirmations and to certify to official acts.
F. Reasonable Dispatch. The board and its representatives shall proceed with reasonable dispatch to conclude any matter before it. Due regard shall be shown for the convenience and necessity of any parties or their representatives. (Prior code § 49.11.1111)