Section 161.9.1. Construction of chapter.

       9.1(1) Limitation of chapter. All the rules contained herein apply only to:

        a.           Complaints which allege a violation of the prohibitions contained in Iowa Code section 216.8 or 216.8A;

        b.           Complaints which allege a violation of Iowa Code section 216.11 or 216.11A arising out of alleged violations of the prohibitions contained in Iowa Code section 216.8 or 216.8A; and the interpretation of the provisions of the Iowa Code which relate to such complaints or to unfair or discriminatory practices in the area of housing.

       9.1(2) Conflicting rules. Where a provision of this chapter applies under the terms of subrule 9.1(1) and that provision conflicts with a rule of the commission not contained within Chapter 9, then the provision contained within Chapter 9 shall prevail.