Effective 28 Aug 1986

379.820. Inspections and reports. — 1. Any property owner or his representative, the insurer, or the insurance agent or other producer may request an inspection by the inspection bureau. Such requests need not be in writing. The absence of a building owner or his representative during an inspection shall not preclude a tenant seeking insurance from obtaining an inspection under the program.

2. The manner and scope of the inspections of program business shall be prescribed by the facility with the approval of the director.

3. An inspection report shall be made for each property inspected. The report shall cover pertinent structural and occupancy features as well as the general condition of the building and surrounding structures. A representative photograph of the property may be taken during the inspection.

4. During the inspection, the inspector shall point out features of structure and occupancy to the applicant or his representative and shall indicate those features which may result in condition charges if the risk is accepted. The inspector shall have no authority to advise whether the facility will provide the coverage.

5. Within five business days after the inspection, a copy of the completed inspection report, and any photograph indicating the pertinent features of the building, construction, maintenance, occupancy and surrounding property shall be sent promptly to the facility. Included with the report shall be a rate makeup statement, including any condition charges or surcharges proposed as a result of the inspection and permitted by filings approved by the director. A copy of the inspection report shall be made available to the applicant upon request.

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(L. 1969 H.B. 772 § 379.131, A.L. 1986 S.B. 701)