Construction defects.
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- Introduced
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- Passed Senate
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Overview
This bill aims to streamline the process for homeowners to address construction defects in condominium projects and townhouse developments, particularly those built on or after January 1, 2027. It establishes an alternative ‘certified building’ process where builders can obtain a status by undergoing inspections and repairs. The bill also modifies notice requirements for claims, clarifies responsibilities for inspectors, and alters provisions related to release agreements and recoverable costs. Notably, it removes the ability for homeowners to recover investigative costs and limits testing of structural components.
Key provisions
- Establishes a ‘certified building’ status obtainable through private inspections, repairs, and reinspection.
- Applies primarily to condominium projects and townhouse developments constructed on or after January 1, 2027.
- Requires a private, licensed inspector to certify a building as ‘certified’.
- Authorizes builders to obtain releases or waivers after one year of repair work.
- Modifies notice requirements for claims, requiring more detailed evidence and signatures.
- Removes the homeowner’s right to recover investigative costs.
- Limits testing of structural components.
- Replaces existing provisions regarding release agreements with a new framework.
Who is affected
- Homeowners of condominium projects and townhouse developments
- Builders and developers of condominium projects and townhouse developments
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