SB 760
Establishing certain rights for purchasers of residential improvements
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Bill overview
This bill aims to protect buyers of residential improvements and new homes in West Virginia by establishing specific rights and warranties. It requires contracts for these improvements to include a minimum one-year warranty covering various aspects of the work, such as foundation, plumbing, and electrical systems. The bill also prohibits excluding or limiting warranties, mandates arbitration proceedings within a reasonable distance, and creates grounds for disciplinary action against contractors who violate these standards.
Key provisions
- Requires contracts for residential improvements to include a minimum one-year warranty.
- Specifies the minimum terms of the warranty, covering aspects like workmanship, building codes, and material quality.
- Prohibits the exclusion or limitation of express or implied warranties.
- Mandates arbitration proceedings for disputes to be held within 50 miles of the property.
- Requires alternative dispute resolution provisions to be prominently displayed in contracts.
- Establishes grounds for disciplinary action by the Contractor Licensing Board for violations.
- Defines key terms related to residential improvements and warranties.
- Clarifies that the warranty is cumulative with other warranties.
Who is affected
- Homeowners
- Purchasers of residential improvements
- Contractors
- West Virginia residents
- Construction industry
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