Sec. 7.
Purpose of Statement: This statement is a disclosure of the condition of the property in compliance with the seller disclosure act. This statement is a disclosure of the condition and information concerning the property, known by the seller. Unless otherwise advised, the seller does not possess any expertise in construction, architecture, engineering, or any other specific area related to the construction or condition of the improvements on the property or the land. Also, unless otherwise advised, the seller has not conducted any inspection of generally inaccessible areas such as the foundation or roof. This statement is not a warranty of any kind by the seller or by any agent representing the seller in this transaction, and is not a substitute for any inspections or warranties the buyer may wish to obtain.
Seller's Disclosure: The seller discloses the following information with the knowledge that even though this is not a warranty, the seller specifically makes the following representations based on the seller's knowledge at the signing of this document. Upon receiving this statement from the seller, the seller's agent is required to provide a copy to the buyer or the agent of the buyer. The seller authorizes its agent(s) to provide a copy of this statement to any prospective buyer in connection with any actual or anticipated sale of property. The following are representations made solely by the seller and are not the representations of the seller's agent(s), if any. THIS INFORMATION IS A DISCLOSURE ONLY AND IS NOT INTENDED TO BE A PART OF ANY CONTRACT BETWEEN BUYER AND SELLER.
Instructions to the Seller: (1) Answer ALL questions. (2) Report known conditions affecting the property. (3) Attach additional pages with your signature if additional space is required. (4) Complete this form yourself. (5) If some items do not apply to your property, check NOT AVAILABLE. If you do not know the facts, check UNKNOWN. FAILURE TO PROVIDE A PURCHASER WITH A SIGNED DISCLOSURE STATEMENT WILL ENABLE A PURCHASER TO TERMINATE AN OTHERWISE BINDING PURCHASE AGREEMENT.
| Property conditions, improvements & additional information: |
| 1. Basement/crawl space: Has there been evidence of water? |
| yes____ no____ |
| If yes, please explain: _____________________________________ |
| 2. Insulation: Describe, if known ______________________________ |
| Urea Formaldehyde Foam Insulation (UFFI) is installed? |
| unknown____ yes____ no____ |
| 3. Roof: Leaks? yes____ no____ |
| Approximate age if known ____________________________________ |
| 4. Well: Type of well (depth/diameter, age, and repair history, |
| if known): __________________________________________________ |
| Has the water been tested? yes____ no____ |
| If yes, date of last report/results: ________________________ |
| 5. Septic tanks/drain fields: Condition, if known: _____________ |
| _____________________________________________________________ |
| 6. Heating System: Type/approximate age: _______________________ |
| 7. Plumbing system: Type: copper___ galvanized___ other___ |
| Any known problems? _________________________________________ |
| 8. Electrical system: Any known problems? ______________________ |
| _____________________________________________________________ |
| 9. History of infestation, if any: (termites, carpenter ants, |
| etc.) _______________________________________________________ |
| 10. Environmental Problems: Are you aware of any substances, |
| materials, or products that may be an environmental hazard |
| such as, but not limited to, asbestos, radon gas, |
| formaldehyde, lead-based paint, fuel or chemical storage |
| tanks and contaminated soil on the property. |
| unknown___ yes___ no___ |
| If yes, please explain: _____________________________________ |
| _____________________________________________________________ |
| 11. Flood insurance: Do you have flood insurance on the |
| property? unknown ___yes ___no___ |
| 12. Mineral rights: Do you own the mineral rights? |
| unknown___ yes___ no___ |
| Other Items: Are you aware of any of the following: |
| 1. Features of the property shared in common with the adjoining |
| landowners, such as walls, fences, roads and driveways, or |
| other features whose use or responsibility for maintenance |
| may have an effect on the property? |
| unknown___ yes___ no___ |
| 2. Any encroachments, easements, zoning violations, or |
| nonconforming uses? unknown___ yes___ no___ |
| 3. Any "common areas" (facilities like pools, tennis courts, |
| walkways, or other areas co-owned with others), or a |
| homeowners' association that has any authority over the |
| property? unknown___ yes___ no___ |
| 4. Structural modifications, alterations, or repairs made |
| without necessary permits or licensed contractors? |
| unknown___ yes___ no___ |
| 5. Settling, flooding, drainage, structural, or grading |
| problems? unknown___ yes___ no___ |
| 6. Major damage to the property from fire, wind, floods, or |
| landslides? unknown___ yes___ no___ |
| 7. Any underground storage tanks? unknown___ yes___ no___ |
| 8. Farm or farm operation in the vicinity; or proximity |
| to a landfill, airport, shooting range, etc.? |
| unknown___ yes___ no___ |
| 9. Any outstanding utility assessments or fees, including |
| any natural gas main extension surcharge? |
| unknown___ yes___ no___ |
| 10. Any outstanding municipal assessments or fees? |
| unknown___ yes___ no___ |
| 11. Any pending litigation that could affect the property |
| or the seller's right to convey the property? |
| unknown___ yes___ no___ |
| If the answer to any of these questions is yes, please explain. |
| Attach additional sheets, if necessary:__________________________ |
| _________________________________________________________________ |
| _________________________________________________________________ |
| _________________________________________________________________ |
| _________________________________________________________________ |
| BUYER SHOULD OBTAIN PROFESSIONAL ADVICE AND INSPECTIONS |
| OF THE PROPERTY TO MORE FULLY DETERMINE THE CONDITION |
| OF THE PROPERTY. THESE INSPECTIONS SHOULD TAKE INDOOR |
| AIR AND WATER QUALITY INTO ACCOUNT, AS WELL AS ANY |
| EVIDENCE OF UNUSUALLY HIGH LEVELS OF POTENTIAL ALLERGENS |
| INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, HOUSEHOLD MOLD, MILDEW AND |
| BACTERIA. |
| BUYERS ARE ADVISED THAT CERTAIN INFORMATION COMPILED |
| PURSUANT TO THE SEX OFFENDERS REGISTRATION ACT, |
| 1994 PA 295, MCL 28.721 TO 28.732, IS AVAILABLE TO |
| THE PUBLIC. BUYERS SEEKING THAT INFORMATION SHOULD |
| CONTACT THE APPROPRIATE LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCY |
| OR SHERIFF'S DEPARTMENT DIRECTLY. |
| BUYER IS ADVISED THAT THE STATE EQUALIZED VALUE OF THE |
| PROPERTY, PRINCIPAL RESIDENCE EXEMPTION INFORMATION, |
| AND OTHER REAL PROPERTY TAX INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE |
| FROM THE APPROPRIATE LOCAL ASSESSOR'S OFFICE. |
| BUYER SHOULD NOT ASSUME THAT BUYER'S FUTURE TAX BILLS ON |
| THE PROPERTY WILL BE THE SAME AS THE SELLER'S PRESENT TAX |
| BILLS. UNDER MICHIGAN LAW, REAL PROPERTY TAX OBLIGATIONS |
| CAN CHANGE SIGNIFICANTLY WHEN PROPERTY IS TRANSFERRED. |
(2) A form described in subsection (1) printed before January 1, 2006 that was in compliance with this section at that time may be utilized and shall be considered in compliance with this section until April 1, 2006.