The application to have him removed was filed by the Socio-Rights Institute of South Africa, after it raised concerns about his apparent unwavering support for controversial activist group Operation Dudula.
The cause of the fire - which was sparked in the early hours of Wednesday morning - remains subject to investigations and no fatalities or injuries have been reported.
On Monday, the commission was postponed indefinitely after it received notice from Joburg Emergency Management Services that the venue does not meet the city s safety standards.