(a)  Residential landlords shall provide written disclosure to prospective tenants of the potential health risks and the health impact that may result from exposure to mold by distributing a consumer-oriented booklet developed and disseminated by the department.

(b)  The requirements of this section shall be provided to prospective residential tenants prior to entering the rental or lease agreement.

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Terms Used In California Health and Safety Code 26148

  • department: means State Department of Health Services. See California Health and Safety Code 20
  • Lease: A contract transferring the use of property or occupancy of land, space, structures, or equipment in consideration of a payment (e.g., rent). Source: OCC

(c)  The requirements of this section shall not apply until the first January 1 or July 1 that occurs at least six months after the department approves the consumer-oriented booklet, as described in subdivision (a).

(Amended by Stats. 2002, Ch. 664, Sec. 134. Effective January 1, 2003.)

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