New York Codes, Rules and Regulations
Title 19 - DEPARTMENT OF STATE
Chapter V - Division Of Corporations And State Records
Subchapter J - Home Inspectors
Part 197 - Home Inspectors
Subpart 197-5 - Standards Of Practice For Home Inspectors
Section 197-5.4 - Site conditions
Universal Citation: 19 NY Comp Codes Rules and Regs § 197-5.4
Current through Register Vol. 47, No. 12, March 26, 2025
(a) Home inspectors shall observe and report the following site conditions:
(1) the building perimeter for land grade and
water drainage directly adjacent to the foundation;
(2) trees and vegetation that adversely
affect the residential building;
(3) walkways, steps, driveways, patios and
retaining walls.
(b) Home inspectors are not required to observe and report on the following site conditions:
(1) fences and privacy
walls;
(2) the health and condition
of trees, shrubs and other vegetation.
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