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§ 38.2-1883. Requirements for sale of self storage insurance

VA Code § 38.2-1883 (2019) (N/A)
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A. At every location where self storage insurance is offered to customers, the lessor shall make available to a prospective customer brochures or other written materials that:

1. Disclose that self storage insurance may provide a duplication of coverage already provided by a customer's homeowners insurance policy, renter's insurance policy, or other source of coverage;

2. State that the purchase of coverage by a customer of self storage insurance is not required in order to lease a self storage unit;

3. Summarize the material terms of the insurance coverage, including (i) the identity of the insurer; (ii) the amount of any applicable deductible and how it is to be paid; (iii) benefits of the coverage; and (iv) key terms and conditions of coverage; and

4. Summarize the process for filing a claim, including proof of loss requirements.

B. Self storage insurance may be offered on a month-to-month or other periodic basis as an individual policy or a group or master policy issued to a lessor under which the individual customer may elect to purchase coverage.

2013, c. 203.

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