Chapter 5.72 — DISCLOSURE UPON SALE OF REAL PROPERTY

Prior to consummation of any sale of real property within the city, each seller or group of sellers shall notify the prospective buyer of the following items in connection with the sale:

(1)

The existing zoning of the property.

(2)

Any proposed plan by any governmental agency in which use of the property is an element.

(3)

Whether each structure on the real property conforms to the applicable regulations and laws then in effect or whether the structures are nonconforming.

(4)

All easements, rights-of-way or other limitations upon the use of the property then in existence.

(5)

Any reimbursement agreement with the city as described in section 12.04.021.

(Ord. No. 910-2013, § 4, 7-15-2013)

The seller of property shall obtain a certificate from the city certifying the existing zoning, any existing plan for use of the property, whether structures are conforming or nonconforming, and whether any reimbursement agreement with the city exists, upon application thereof and upon payment of a fee in the amount of $25.00 for each such certification.

(Ord. No. 910-2013, § 4, 7-15-2013)

Proof of compliance with this chapter shall be in writing, signed by the buyer. Failure to comply with the terms of this chapter shall constitute prima facie evidence of failure to disclose material conditions in the inducement of a sale of real property. The ordinance codified in this chapter shall be recorded upon the official records of the county.

(Ord. No. 910-2013, § 4, 7-15-2013)