Amend CSHB 2118 (Senate committee printing) as follows:
(1) In SECTION 10 of the bill, strike added Subsection (c),
Section 766.002, Health and Safety Code (page 4, lines 64 through
69), and substitute the following:
Sec. 766.0021. SMOKE DETECTOR FOR HEARING-IMPAIRED
PERSONS. (a) A purchaser under a written contract for the resale
of an existing one-family or two-family dwelling may require the
seller to install smoke detectors for hearing-impaired persons if:
(1) the purchaser or a member of the purchaser's family
who will reside in the dwelling is a hearing-impaired person;
(2) the purchaser provides written evidence of the
hearing impairment signed by a licensed physician; and
(3) not later than the 10th day after the effective
date of the contract, the purchaser requests in writing that the
seller install smoke detectors for hearing-impaired persons and
specifies the locations in the dwelling where the smoke detectors
are to be installed.
(b) If the seller is required to install smoke detectors for
hearing-impaired persons under Subsection (a), the seller and
purchaser may agree:
(1) which party will bear the cost of installing the
smoke detectors; and
(2) which brand of smoke detectors to install.
(c) The seller must install the smoke detectors not later
than the closing date of the sale of the dwelling.
(d) A purchaser may terminate the contract to purchase the
dwelling if the seller fails to install smoke detectors for
hearing-impaired persons as required by this section.
(2) Strike SECTION 11 of the bill (page 5, line 40, through
page 7, line 43) and substitute the following:
SECTION 11. Subsection (b), Section 5.008, Property Code,
is amended to read as follows:
(b) The notice must be executed and must, at a minimum, read
substantially similar to the following:
SELLER'S DISCLOSURE NOTICE
CONCERNING THE PROPERTY
AT ___________________________________
(Street Address and City)
THIS NOTICE IS A DISCLOSURE OF SELLER'S KNOWLEDGE OF
THE CONDITION OF THE PROPERTY AS OF THE DATE SIGNED BY
SELLER AND IS NOT A SUBSTITUTE FOR ANY INSPECTIONS OR
WARRANTIES THE PURCHASER MAY WISH TO OBTAIN. IT IS NOT
A WARRANTY OF ANY KIND BY SELLER OR SELLER'S AGENTS.
Seller __ is __ is not occupying the Property.
If unoccupied, how long since Seller has occupied the Property?
________________________________________________________________
____
1. The Property has the items checked below:
Write Yes (Y), No (N), or Unknown (U). __Range __Oven __Microwave
__Dishwasher __Trash Compactor __Disposal
__Washer/Dryer __Window __Rain Gutters
Hookups Screens
__Security __Fire Detection __Intercom
System Equipment System
__Smoke Detector
__Smoke Detector -
Hearing Impaired
__Carbon Monoxide
Alarm
__Emergency Escape
Ladder(s)
__TV Antenna __Cable TV __Satellite
Wiring Dish
__Ceiling Fan(s) __Attic Fan(s) __Exhaust
Fan(s)
__Central A/C __Central Heating __Wall/Window Air
Conditioning
__Plumbing System __Septic System __Public Sewer
System
__Patio/Decking __Outdoor Grill __Fences
__Pool __Sauna __Spa
__Hot Tub
__Pool Equipment __Pool Heater __Automatic Lawn
Sprinkler
System
__Fireplace(s) & __Fireplace(s) &
Chimney Chimney
(Woodburning) (Mock)
__Gas Lines __Gas Fixtures
(Nat./LP)
Garage:__Attached __Not Attached __Carport
Garage DoorOpener(s): __Electronic __Control(s)
Water Heater: __Gas __Electric
Water Supply:__City __Well__MUD __Co-op
Roof Type: ________________________________Age: _____(approx)
Are you (Seller) aware of any of the above items that are not in
working condition, that have known defects, or that are in need of
repair? __ Yes __ No __ Unknown.
If yes, then describe. (Attach additional sheets if necessary):
________________________________________________________________
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________________________________________________________________
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2. Does the property have working smoke detectors installed in
accordance with the smoke detector requirements of Chapter 766,
Health and Safety Code? __Yes __No __Unknown.
If the answer to the question above is no or unknown, explain.
(Attach additional sheets if
necessary):_________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
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________________________________________________________________
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3. Are you (Seller) aware of any known defect/malfunctions in any
of the following?
Write Yes (Y) if you are aware, write No (N) if you are not aware. __Interior Walls __Ceilings __Floors
__Exterior Walls __Doors __Windows
__Roof __Foundation/ __Basement
Slab(s)
__Walls/Fences __Driveways __Sidewalks
__Plumbing/Sewers/ __Electrical __Lighting
Septics Systems Fixtures
__ Other Structural Components
(Describe):________________________________
________________________________________________________________
____
________________________________________________________________
____
If the answer to any of the above is yes, explain. (Attach
additional sheets if
neces
sar
y):___________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
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________________________________________________________________
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4 [3]. Are you (Seller) aware of any of the following conditions?
Write Yes (Y) if you are aware, write No (N) if you are not aware. __Active Termites __Previous Structural
(includes or Roof Repair
wood-destroying insects)
__Termite or Wood Rot __Hazardous or Toxic Waste
Needing Repair
__Previous Termite Damage __Asbestos Components
__Previous Termite __Urea formaldehyde
Treatment Insulation
__Previous Flooding __Radon Gas
__Improper Drainage __Lead Based Paint
__Water Penetration __Aluminum Wiring
__Located in 100-Year __Previous Fires
Floodplain
__Present Flood Insurance __Unplatted Easements
Coverage
__Landfill, Settling, Soil __Subsurface
Movement, Fault Lines Structure or Pits
If the answer to any of the above is yes, explain. (Attach
additional sheets if
neces
sar
y):___________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
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________________________________________________________________
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5 [4]. Are you (Seller) aware of any item, equipment, or system
in or on the property that is in need of repair? __ Yes (if you
are aware) __ No (if you are not aware). If yes, explain (attach
additional sheets as necessary).
________________________________________________________________
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6 [5]. Are you (Seller) aware of any of the following?
Write Yes (Y) if you are aware, write No (N) if you are not aware. __ Room additions, structural
modifications, or other alterations or
repairs made without necessary permits
or not in compliance with building codes
in effect at that time.
__ Homeowners' Association or maintenance
fees or assessments.
__ Any "common area" (facilities such as
pools, tennis courts, walkways, or other
areas) co-owned in undivided interest
with others.
__ Any notices of violations of deed
restrictions or governmental ordinances
affecting the condition or use of the
Property.
__ Any lawsuits directly or indirectly
affecting the Property.
__ Any condition on the Property which
materially affects the physical health
or safety of an individual.
If the answer to any of the above is yes, explain. (Attach
additional sheets if
neces
sar
y):___________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________
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________________________________________________________________
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_______________
________________________________________________
Date Signature of Seller
The undersigned purchaser hereby acknowledges receipt of the
foregoing notice and acknowledges the property complies with the
smoke detector requirements of Chapter 766, Health and Safety Code,
or, if the property does not comply with the smoke detector
requirements of Chapter 766, the buyer waives the buyer's rights to
have smoke detectors installed in compliance with Chapter 766.
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________________________________________________
Date Signature of Purchaser