(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.

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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