Cal. Civ. Code § 410-38-3-3
Qualified inspector; when required
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Sec. 3. The owner of contaminated property who cleans up that property using decontamination shall retain a qualified inspector from the list of qualified inspectors to carry out the duties listed in 410 IAC 38-5-1.
Under 410 IAC 38 § 410-38-3-3, when a property owner chooses to address contamination through decontamination, the rule requires that a qualified inspector—drawn from an officially maintained list—be retained to carry out the inspection duties specified in 410 IAC 38-5-1. The provision ties the decontamination process to a credentialed third party rather than allowing the owner to self-certify cleanup. This ensures an independent, qualified professional oversees the remediation work.
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Property owners undertaking decontamination of contaminated property under 410 IAC 38 § 410-38-3-3 are expected to consult the official list of qualified inspectors and formally retain one before or during the cleanup process. Compliant operators document the inspector's credentials and engagement, and ensure that inspector fulfills all duties outlined in 410 IAC 38-5-1. Maintaining records of the inspector's involvement and findings is a standard practice for demonstrating compliance with this requirement.
General guidance for property managers — not legal advice for your specific situation. Consult an attorney for advice on your case.
Under 410 IAC 38 § 410-38-3-3, tenants living in or near property undergoing decontamination have an interest in knowing whether the owner has retained a qualified inspector from the approved list, as the rule makes this a mandatory step. If there is reason to believe a decontamination was conducted without such an inspector, that may represent a violation of this provision worth raising with the relevant Indiana regulatory authority. Tenant-rights organizations and local health departments can be useful starting points for understanding how to surface concerns about compliance with 410 IAC 38 § 410-38-3-3.
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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