Bill
HB 6356
Overview: HB 6356, AN ACT ESTABLISHING A NONWAIVABLE RIGHT TO A HOME INSPECTION FOR A PURCHASER OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY, was introduced on January 23, 2025 and referred to the Join
Overview: HB 6356, AN ACT ESTABLISHING A NONWAIVABLE RIGHT TO A HOME INSPECTION FOR A PURCHASER OF RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY, was introduced on January 23, 2025 and referred to the Joint Committee on Insurance and Real Estate.
Purpose and Intent: The bill aims to protect homebuyers by ensuring they have the opportunity to conduct a thorough home inspection before completing a residential property purchase. The goal is to provide buyers with the information they need to make an informed decision and avoid potential issues or costly repairs.
Key Provisions:
- Establishes a nonwaivable right for homebuyers to have a professional home inspection conducted on the property they intend to purchase.
- Requires sellers to provide buyers with a disclosure form outlining the home inspection process and the buyer's rights.
- Prohibits sellers from refusing to sell the property or penalizing buyers who exercise their right to a home inspection.
Affected Parties and Impacts: The bill would primarily impact homebuyers, who would be guaranteed the opportunity to have a professional home inspection before completing a purchase. Sellers may also be affected, as they would be required to accommodate the home inspection process and disclose relevant information.
Procedural and Timeline Considerations: The bill has been referred to the Joint Committee on Insurance and Real Estate for further consideration. The committee will review the bill and make a recommendation on its passage.
Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.
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