- (1) A contractor that enters into a contract to construct a new residential structure or zero-lot-line dwelling shall provide a recommended maintenance schedule to the property owner or original purchaser of the proposed structure or dwelling at the time that the contractor makes a written offer of warranty under ORS 701.320.
(2) The Construction Contractors Board shall adopt rules describing the minimum information that a contractor shall provide to a property owner or original purchaser under subsection (1) of this section. The minimum information shall include, but need not be limited to, the following:
- (a) Definitions and descriptions of moisture intrusion and water damage.
- (b) An explanation of how moisture intrusion and water damage can occur.
- (c) A description and recommended schedule for maintenance to prevent moisture intrusion.
- (d) Advice on how to recognize the signs of water damage.
- (e) Appropriate steps to take when water damage is discovered.
[2007 c.648 §13; 2009 c.409 §5]