Property Management

A South Dakota property manager receives a maintenance request at 2 AM in January — the heat has failed. The manager should:

AWait until normal business hours to contact a contractor
BRespond immediately as lack of heat in South Dakota winters is an emergency requiring prompt action✓ Correct
CNotify the owner and wait for their approval before acting
DContact the SDREC for guidance on after-hours emergency protocols

Explanation

Lack of heat in South Dakota's winters is a life-safety emergency. Property managers must respond immediately to emergency maintenance situations, acting within their authority to protect tenant safety.

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