CHAPTER 17
Discrimination in Tucson is unwelcome, illegal and will not be tolerated by the City.
NOTICE
Every person or business subject to the Tucson City Code, Chapter 17, must post a notice of non-discrimination, in a conspicuous place.
Under the City's Human Relations Ordinance Tucson Code, Chapter 17, it is unlawful to discriminate on the basis of:
- Race
- Color
- National origin
- Ancestry
- Religion
- Sex
- Disability
- Age
- Sexual orientation
- Gender identity
- Familial status
- Marital status.
The OEOP investigates complaints of discrimination within the city limits of Tucson in:
- Employment
- Public accommodation
- Housing.
Which businesses are covered?
- Places of public accommodation, facilities, services, commodities or use offered to or enjoyed by the general public, operated within the city limits of Tucson.
- Housing providers operating within the Tucson city limits in the sale or rental of housing, including but not limited to individual lessees, real estate agents/brokers, and lending institutions.
- Employers having 1-100 employees. This does not apply to protected classes that do not have remedies available under Federal law or Arizona law. In other words, individuals who have complaints based on gender identity, sexual orientation, ancestry, familial status (employment) or marital status may file a complaint with the OEOP from any size business within the Tucson city limits.
Who may file a complaint?
Any individual claiming to have been discriminated against in employment, housing or public accommodation in the city limits may file a complaint with the OEOP within 90 working days from the time of the alleged violation (180 calendar days for housing complaints).
Where can I get a complaint form?
Complaint forms are available from the OEOP or can be downloaded on your personal computer.
Can I e-mail the OEOP my complaint?
No. The OEOP does not accept confidential information via e-mail or over the internet. A complaint form may be submitted in person or by mail.
What happens after I file my complaint?
If the complaint meets the legal requirements, the OEOP shall investigate and render written findings as to whether there is or is not reasonable cause to substantiate the charge.
What about conciliation?
The OEOP will make every effort to conciliate complaints.
What if conciliation fails?
If conciliation fails and there is reasonable cause to substantiate the charge, the OEOP will refer the matter to the City Attorney's Office for prosecution in City Court.
Is there a fee for filing a complaint?
There is no fee for filing a complaint with the City of Tucson OEOP.
LINKS:
City of Tucson Complaint Forms
City of Tucson Human Relations Ordinance Chapter 17
Notice of Non-Discrimination (City Businesses Must Post) (pdf)
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