Section 1. SPS 131.02 (6m) is created to read:
SPS 131.02 (6m) “Defect” has the meaning given in s. 440.97 (2m), Stats. Section 2. SPS 131.33 (1) (d) is amended to read:
SPS 131.33 (1) (d) Describes the condition of any defect that is detected by the home inspector item identified in s. SPS 131.32 that, if not repaired, will have significant adverse effect on the life expectancy of the identified item. Section 3. SPS 131.33 (2m) is created to read:
SPS 131.33 (2m) A home inspector is not required to use the term “defect” in describing a defect in the written home inspection report described in this section.
Section 4. SPS 131.33 (3m) is created to read:
SPS 131.33 (3m) A home inspector may not use the term “defect” in the written home inspection report described in this section unless that use is consistent with s. SPS 131.02 (6m). Section 5. Effective Date. The rules adopted in this order shall take effect on the first day of the month following publication in the Wisconsin Administrative Register, pursuant to s. 227.22 (2) (intro.), Stats. ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
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Secretary
Department of Safety and Professional Services
