VA Lenders Handbook (VA Pamphlet 26-7), Chapter 12, Topic 31 — Burglar Bars

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VA Lenders Handbook (VA Pamphlet 26-7), Chapter 12, Topic 31 — Burglar Bars.

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VA Pamphlet 26-7, Chapter 12 (Minimum Property Requirement), Topic 31 — Burglar Bars

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

Topic 31. Burglar Bars Change Date: March 28, 2019 This Chapter has been revised in its entirety. a. Requirement If a property has burglar bars, at least one window per bedroom must have a quick-release mechanism, unless there is an exterior door from the bedroom providing rapid egress. b. Removal of Burglar Bars If the appraiser is not able to confirm that quick release mechanisms are in good working order, the appraiser should prepare the appraisal subject to removal of the burglar bars as a safety consideration.

Source: VA Pamphlet 26-7, Chapter 12 (Minimum Property Requirement), Topic 31 — Burglar Bars · source URL · snapshot 9df31307e7a2b3e6

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