§ 950.275 - Warranty inspections and enforcement.

(a) The construction contract shall specify the warranty periods applicable to items completed as part of the contract. It shall also provide for assignment to the IHA of manufacturers’ and suppliers’ warranties covering equipment or supplies.

(b) The IHA shall conduct an inspection of each dwelling unit at least once not later than six months after the start of the contractor's warranty period. A separate or final warranty inspection shall be made in time to exercise the IHA's rights before expiration of the contractor's warranties. Each inspection shall cover all items under warranty at the time of the inspection, including items covered by manufacturers’ and suppliers’ warranties. At each inspection, the IHA shall obtain a signed statement from the occupants as to any deficiencies in the structure, equipment, grounds, etc., so that it may enforce any rights under applicable warranties.