HUD initially attempts to bring parties together when a complaint is filed directly with the agency. This is called:

Injunctive relief refers to a court-ordered act or prohibition against certain actions to prevent ongoing harm. While it may be a remedy sought after a legal decision, it does not represent the initial mediation effort that HUD employs when a complaint is filed. Thus, it is not a method for bringing parties together at the outset.

Monetary relief involves compensation awarded to a complainant as a remedy for damages sustained due to discriminatory practices. This type of relief is typically considered after investigations and findings are made, rather than during the initial attempt to resolve complaints through conciliation.

The cooling-off period is a term often used to describe a designated time for parties to reflect and de-escalate tensions before taking further action. While it may be relevant in conflict resolution, it does not specifically refer to HUD's proactive approach to mediation through conciliation when a complaint is filed.