719.616 Disclosure of condition of
building and estimated replacement costs. ---
(1) Each developer of a residential cooperative created by
converting existing, previously occupied improvements to such form of
ownership shall disclose the condition of the improvements and the condition
of certain components and their current estimated replacement
costs.
(2) The following information shall be stated concerning the
improvements:
(a) The date and type of construction.
(b) The prior use.
(c) Whether there is termite damage or infestation and whether the
termite damage or infestation, if any, has been properly treated. The
statement shall be substantiated by including, as an exhibit, an inspection
report by a certified pest control operator.
(3)
(a) Disclosure of condition shall be made for each of the following
components that the existing improvements may include:
1. Roof.
2. Structure.
3. Fireproofing and fire protection systems.
4. Elevators.
5. Heating and cooling systems.
6. Plumbing.
7. Electrical systems.
8. Swimming pool.
9. Seawalls.
10. Pavement and parking areas.
11. Drainage systems.
(b) For each component, the following information shall be disclosed
and substantiated by attaching a copy of a certificate under seal of an
architect or engineer authorized to practice in this state:
1. The age of the component.
2. The estimated remaining useful life of the component.
3. The estimated current replacement cost of the component,
expressed:
a. As a total amount, and
b. As a per unit amount, based upon each unit's proportional share
of the common expenses.
4. The structural and functional soundness of the
component.
History: s. 7, ch. 80-3; s. 41, ch. 86-175; s. 20, ch. 94-350.