SEC. 25.
Statutes of 2020, Chapter 370 (SB 1371) — Maintenance of the codes (Real Estate Transfer Disclosure Statement, Civ. Code § 1102.6) · 2026 edition · updated 2026-10-03 · California
Section 1102.6 of the Civil Code is amended to read: 1102.6. (a) The disclosures required by this article pertaining to the property proposed to be transferred are set forth in, and shall be made on a copy of, the following disclosure form: REAL ESTATE TRANSFER DISCLOSURE STATEMENT THIS DISCLOSURE STATEMENT CONCERNS THE REAL PROPERTY SITUATED IN THE CITY OF , COUNTY OF , STATE OF CALIFORNIA, DESCRIBED AS . T H I S S TAT E M E N T I S A DISCLOSURE OF THE CONDITION OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED PROPERTY IN COMPLIANCE WITH SECTION 1102 OF THE CIVIL CODE AS OF , 20 . IT IS NOT A WARRANTY OF ANY KIND BY THE SELLER(S) OR ANY AGENT(S) REPRESENTING ANY PRINCIPAL(S) IN THIS TRANSACTION, AND IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ANY INSPECTIONS OR WARRANTIES THE PRINCIPAL(S) MAY WISH TO OBTAIN. I COORDINATION WITH OTHER DISCLOSURE FORMS This Real Estate Transfer Disclosure Statement is made pursuant to Section 1102 of the Civil Code. Other statutes require disclosures, depending upon the details of the particular real estate transaction (for example: special study zone and purchase-money liens on residential property). Substituted Disclosures: The following disclosures and other disclosures required by law, including the Natural Hazard Disclosure Report/Statement that may include airport annoyances, earthquake, fire, flood, or special assessment information, have or will be made in connection with this real estate transfer, and are intended to satisfy the disclosure obligations on this form, where the subject matter is the same: o Inspection reports completed pursuant to the contract of sale or receipt for deposit. o Additional inspection reports or disclosures: II SELLER’S INFORMATION The Seller discloses the following information with the knowledge that even though this is not a warranty, prospective Buyers may rely on this information in deciding whether and on what terms to purchase the subject property. Seller hereby authorizes any agent(s) representing any principal(s) in this transaction to provide a copy of this statement to any person or entity in connection with any actual or anticipated sale of the property. THE FOLLOWING ARE REPRESENTATIONS MADE BY THE SELLER(S) AND ARE NOT THE REPRESENTATIONS OF THE AGENT(S), IF ANY. THIS INFORMATION IS A DISCLOSURE AND IS NOT INTENDED TO BE PART OF ANY CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BUYER AND SELLER: o No substituted disclosures for this transfer. Seller is is not occupying the property. A. The subject property has the items checked below (read across):* Range Dishwasher Washer/Dryer Hookups Burglar Alarms TV Antenna Central Heating Wall/Window Air Cndtng. Septic Tank Patio/Decking Sauna Hot Tub Locking Safety Cover Security Gate(s) Garage: Attached Pool/Spa Heater: Gas Water Heater: Gas Water Supply: City Gas Supply: Utility Window Screens Exhaust Fan(s) in 220 Volt Wiring in Fireplace(s) in Gas Starter Roof(s): Type: Age: (approx.) Other: Are there, to the best of your (Seller’s) knowledge, any of the above that are not in operating condition? Yes No. If yes, then describe. (Attach additional sheets if necessary): B. Are you (Seller) aware of any significant defects/malfunctions in any of the following? Yes No. If yes, check appropriate space(s) below. Interior Walls Ceilings Floors Exterior Walls Insulation Roof(s) Windows Doors Foundation Slab(s) Driveways Sidewalks Walls/Fences Electrical Systems Plumbing/Sewers/Septics Other Structural Components (Describe: ) If any of the above is checked, explain. (Attach additional sheets if necessary):
- Installation of a listed appliance, device, or amenity is not a precondition of sale or transfer of the dwelling. The carbon monoxide device, garage door opener, or child-resistant pool barrier may not be in compliance with the safety standards relating to, respectively, carbon monoxide device standards of Chapter 8 (commencing with Section 13260) of Part 2 of Division 12 of, automatic reversing device standards of Chapter 12.5 (commencing with Section 19890) of Part 3 of Division 13 of, or the pool safety standards of Article 2.5 (commencing with Section 115920) of Chapter 5 of Part 10 of Division 104 of, the Health and Safety Code. Window security bars may not have quick-release mechanisms in compliance with the 1995 edition of the California Building Standards Code. Section 1101.4 of the Civil Code requires all single-family residences built on or before on and after January 1, 2014, a single-family residence built on or before January 1, 1994, that is altered or improved is required to be equipped with water-conserving plumbing fixtures as a condition of final approval. Fixtures in this dwelling may not comply with Section 1101.4 of the Civil Code. Oven Trash Compactor Carbon Monoxide Device(s) Satellite Dish Central Air Cndtng. Sprinklers Sump Pump Built-in Barbecue Pool Child Resistant Barrier Automatic Garage Door Opener(s) Not Attached Solar Well Bottled Window Security Bars Quick-Release Mechanism on Bedroom Windows Microwave Garbage Disposal Rain Gutters Fire Alarm Intercom Evaporator Cooler(s) Public Sewer System Water Softener Gazebo Spa Locking Safety Cover Number Remote Controls Carport Electric Private Utility or Other Water-conserving plumbing fixtures January 1, 1994, to be equipped with water-conserving plumbing fixtures after January 1, 2017. Additionally, C. Are you (Seller) aware of any of the following:
- Substances, materials, or products which may be an environmental hazard such as, but not limited to, asbestos, formaldehyde, radon gas, lead-based paint, mold, fuel or chemical storage tanks, and contaminated soil or water on the subject property ............................................................ Yes No
- Features of the property shared in common with adjoining landowners, such as walls, fences, and drive- ways, whose use or responsibility for maintenance may have an effect on the subject property ....................................... Yes No
- Any encroachments, easements or similar matters that may
er on the subject property ............................................................ Yes No 2. Features of the property shared in common with adjoining landowners, such as walls, fences, and drive- ways, whose use or responsibility for maintenance may have an effect on the subject property ....................................... Yes No 3. Any encroachments, easements or similar matters that may affect your interest in the subject property ......................... Yes No 4. Room additions, structural modifications, or other alterations or repairs made without necessary permits ............................................................................................... Yes No 5. Room additions, structural modifications, or other alterations or repairs not in compliance with building codes .................................................................................... Yes No 6. Fill (compacted or otherwise) on the property or any portion thereof ........................................................................ Yes No 7. Any settling from any cause, or slippage, sliding, or other soil problems ............................................................................ Yes No 8. Flooding, drainage or grading problems ........................................... Yes No 9. Major damage to the property or any of the struc- tures from fire, earthquake, floods, or landslides .............................. Yes No 10. Any zoning violations, nonconforming uses, viola- tions of “setback” requirements ........................................................ Yes No 11. Neighborhood noise problems or other nuisances ............................ Yes No 12. CC&Rs or other deed restrictions or obligations .............................. Yes No 13. Homeowners’ Association which has any authority over the subject property ................................................................... Yes No 14. Any “common area” (facilities such as pools, tennis courts, walkways, or other areas co-owned in undivided interest with others) .......................................................... Yes No 15. Any notices of abatement or citations against the property........................................................................................ Yes No 16. Any lawsuits by or against the Seller threatening to or affecting this real property, claims for damages by the Seller pursuant to Section 910 or 914 of the Civil Code threatening to or affecting this real property, claims for breach of warranty pursuant to Section 900 of the Civil Code threatening to or affecting this real property, or claims for breach of an enhanced protection agreement pursuant to Section 903 of the Civil Code threatening to or affecting this real property, including any lawsuits or claims for damages pursuant to Section 910 or 914 of the Civil Code alleging a defect or deficiency in this real property or “common areas” (facilities such as pools, tennis courts, walkways, or other areas co-owned in undivided interest with others) ................... Yes No If the answer to any of these is yes, explain. (Attach additional sheets if necessary.): D. 1. The Seller certifies that the property, as of the close of escrow, will be in compliance with Section 13113.8 of the Health and Safety Code by having Seller certifies that the information herein is true and correct to the best of the Seller’s knowledge as of the date signed by the Seller. Seller Date Seller Date III AGENT’S INSPECTION DISCLOSURE (To be completed only if the Seller is represented by an agent in this transaction.) THE UNDERSIGNED, BASED ON THE ABOVE INQUIRY OF THE SELLER(S) AS TO THE CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY AND BASED ON A REASONABLY COMPETENT AND DILIGENT VISUAL INSPECTION OF THE ACCESSIBLE AREAS OF THE PROPERTY IN CONJUNCTION WITH THAT INQUIRY, STATES THE FOLLOWING: o Agent notes no items for disclosure. o Agent notes the following items: Agent (Broker Representing Seller) By Date (Please Print) (Associate Licensee or Broker Signature) operable smoke detectors(s) which are approved, listed, and installed in accordance with the State Fire Marshal’s regulations and applicable local standards. 2. The Seller certifies that the property, as of the close of escrow, will be in compliance with Section 19211 of the Health and Safety Code by having the water heater tank(s) braced, anchored, or strapped in place in accordance with applicable law. V BUYER(S) AND SELLER(S) MAY WISH TO OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL ADVICE AND/OR INSPECTIONS OF THE PROPERTY AND TO PROVIDE FOR APPROPRIATE PROVISIONS IN A CONTRACT BETWEEN BUYER(S) AND SELLER(S) WITH RESPECT TO ANY ADVICE/INSPECTIONS/DEFECTS. I/WE ACKNOWLEDGE RECEIPT OF A COPY OF THIS STATEMENT. Seller Date Buyer Date Seller Date Buyer Date Agent (Broker Representing Seller) By Date Agent (Broker Obtaining the Offer) By Date SECTION 1102.3 OF THE CIVIL CODE PROVIDES A BUYER WITH THE RIGHT TO RESCIND A PURCHASE CONTRACT FOR AT LEAST THREE DAYS AFTER THE DELIVERY OF THIS DISCLOSURE IF DELIVERY OCCURS AFTER THE SIGNING OF AN OFFER TO PURCHASE. IF YOU WISH TO RESCIND THE CONTRACT, YOU MUST ACT WITHIN THE PRESCRIBED PERIOD. A REAL ESTATE BROKER IS QUALIFIED TO ADVISE ON REAL ESTATE. IF YOU DESIRE LEGAL ADVICE, CONSULT YOUR ATTORNEY. (Associate Licensee or Broker Signature) (Associate Licensee or Broker Signature) (Please Print) (Associate Licensee or Broker Signature) IV AGENT’S INSPECTION DISCLOSURE (To be completed only if the agent who has obtained the offer is other than the agent above.) THE UNDERSIGNED, BASED ON A REASONABLY COMPETENT AND DILIGENT VISUAL INSPECTION OF THE ACCESSIBLE AREAS OF THE PROPERTY, STATES THE FOLLOWING: o Agent notes no items for disclosure. o Agent notes the following items: Agent (Broker Obtaining the Offer) By Date (Please Print) (Please Print) (b) The amendments to this section by the act adding this subdivision shall become operative on July 1, 2014.
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