Environmental
What is a 'natural hazard disclosure' (NHD) and when is it required in California?
AA disclosure provided only for hillside properties
BA mandatory disclosure provided by sellers of real property informing buyers if the property is within designated hazard zones (flood, fire, seismic, etc.)✓ Correct
CA government inspection report
DA disclosure required only for properties near water
Explanation
California Civil Code 1102.6 requires sellers of real property (1-4 units) to disclose whether the property is located within certain designated natural hazard zones, including Special Flood Hazard Areas, potential flooding zones, very high fire hazard zones, earthquake fault zones, and seismic hazard zones.
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