Saint Paul, Minn., Legis. Code ch. 189 § 189.06
Warranty Limitations
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The Disclosure Report is not a warranty by the City of St. Paul or the Truth-in-Sale of Housing Board of the condition of the Dwelling or Dwelling Unit evaluated. The Licensed Evaluator warrants only that reasonable care and due diligence was used in inspecting the Dwelling or Dwelling Unit and in completing the Disclosure Report.
Under Saint Paul Legislative Code ch. 189 § 189.06, the Disclosure Report produced during a Truth-in-Sale of Housing evaluation carries no warranty from the City of St. Paul or the Truth-in-Sale of Housing Board about the actual condition of the property. The only warranty that exists is the Licensed Evaluator's assurance that they used reasonable care and due diligence when conducting the inspection and preparing the report. This means the report reflects a professional's careful observations, not a guarantee that the property is free of defects or meets any particular standard.
Plain English — not legal advice.
Under Saint Paul Legislative Code ch. 189 § 189.06, property owners and managers should understand that the Disclosure Report does not shield them behind a city-backed warranty — the report is simply a record of a Licensed Evaluator's diligent inspection. Compliant operators typically treat the report as one component of their overall disclosure process rather than a definitive certification of the property's condition. Keeping records of the evaluation, any follow-up repairs, and communications with buyers or tenants helps demonstrate good-faith compliance with the broader Truth-in-Sale of Housing framework.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Saint Paul Legislative Code ch. 189 § 189.06 makes clear that the Disclosure Report a prospective tenant or buyer may receive is not a city-backed guarantee of the dwelling's condition. Tenants and buyers should understand that the report reflects only the Licensed Evaluator's careful inspection at a point in time, not a warranty that all conditions have been identified or corrected. Those with concerns about a property's condition may wish to consult the Truth-in-Sale of Housing Board, review other available inspection records, or reach out to a tenant-rights organization for guidance on additional protections that may apply.
General guidance for tenants — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult a tenant-rights organization or attorney for advice on your case.
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