Plain English Breakdown
The official text confirms the existence of these provisions but does not provide specific numbers for fees, hours, or effective dates.
Home Inspector Licensing Act of Georgia
This bill creates a new system to license home inspectors and inspection companies in Georgia, sets rules for their work, requires insurance, and defines standards of practice.
What This Bill Does
- Creates a licensing requirement for individuals who perform home inspections.
- Requires companies that hire or manage home inspectors to obtain a license.
- Sets minimum requirements people must meet before they can apply for a license.
- Mandates continuing education requirements for licensed inspectors.
- Requires all home inspectors to maintain insurance coverage.
- Defines standards of practice and lists actions considered unfair trade practices.
Who It Names or Affects
- Individuals who work as home inspectors in Georgia.
- Companies that perform or manage home inspections.
Terms To Know
- Licensure
- The official permission from the state to work as a home inspector after meeting specific rules.
- Reciprocity
- A provision allowing inspectors licensed in other states to get a Georgia license under certain conditions, without starting over.
Limits and Unknowns
- The specific fees for applying or renewing a license are not listed.
- The exact number of education hours required is not stated.
- The date when these new rules officially begin to take effect is not provided in the summary.