This form is to provide residents an opportunity to file official grievances in instances related to Fair Housing. The council declares that it is the policy of the city, in the exercise of its police powers for the protection of the public health, safety, and general welfare, and for the maintenance of peace and good government, to provide, within constitutional limitations, for fair housing throughout the city, free from restrictions and prejudice based upon race, color, creed, religion, sex, domestic relationship status, parental status, familial status, sexual orientation, national origin, gender identity, age, and disability. The human relations commission established in article II of this chapter within the City Code of Ordinances is vested with authority to investigate allegations of discrimination in housing and to make recommendations to the mayor and city's housing agencies and to secure a response within 30 days pursuant to the provisions of this article in furtherance of this policy and in accordance with the procedures set forth in article VI of this chapter.