(a) In the administration of this chapter, the Community Relations Commission, in addition to any powers heretofore conferred in this Commission, shall have the power to:
(1) Formulate a plan of education to advance freedom of choice in housing for all citizens to eliminate housing discrimination based on race, color, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, military status, or handicap;
(2) Provide for fact-finding hearings to adduce evidence regarding discriminatory housing patterns and practices in the community;
(3) Adopt reasonable rules and procedures necessary to effect the broad purpose of this chapter.
(b) The provisions of this code establishing a Fair Housing Board and regulating its functions are set forth in Chapter 155 of the Administrative Code. (Ord. 18-090. Passed 5-14-18.)