Contracts
An Oklahoma purchase contract for a new construction home often includes a builder warranty. Under Oklahoma's implied warranty of habitability for new homes, a builder:
AHas no obligations once the certificate of occupancy is issued
BMay be liable for latent defects (those not discoverable at the time of construction) that appear after closing, under the implied warranty doctrine✓ Correct
COnly warrants exterior features
DCan disclaim all warranties with a simple contract provision
Explanation
Oklahoma courts have recognized an implied warranty of habitability and workmanlike construction for new homes. Builders may be liable for latent defects that were not discoverable at the time of closing. Express warranties in the contract supplement but do not fully replace implied warranty protection.
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