VA Lenders Handbook (VA Pamphlet 26-7), Chapter 12, Topic 20 — Hazards

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VA Lenders Handbook (VA Pamphlet 26-7), Chapter 12, Topic 20 — Hazards.

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VA Pamphlet 26-7, Chapter 12 (Minimum Property Requirement), Topic 20 — Hazards

Effective 2019-03-28 · publisher's stamp for this provision

Topic 20. Hazards Change Date: March 28, 2019 This Chapter has been revised in its entirety. a. Hazards The property must be free of hazards which may: adversely affect the health and safety of the occupants, adversely affect the structural soundness of the dwelling and other improvements to the property, or impair the customary use and enjoyment of the property by the occupants. b. Prompt Notification of the Lender The appraiser must notify the lender promptly when a hazard is identified so that the eligibility of the property may be addressed and, depending on the nature of the hazard, to provide as much time as possible to resolve the situation.

Source: VA Pamphlet 26-7, Chapter 12 (Minimum Property Requirement), Topic 20 — Hazards · source URL · snapshot 9df31307e7a2b3e6

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