NAHI Standards of Practice

  3. Site

3.1    Components for Inspection.
 
3.1.1 Building perimeter, land grade, and water drainage directly adjacent to the foundation.
 
3.1.2 Trees and vegetation that adversely affect the structure.
 
3.1.3 Walks, grade steps, driveways, patios, and retaining walls contiguous with the structure.
 
3.2 Procedures for Inspection.
 
The Inspector will:

3.2.1 Describe material and inspect the condition of the driveways, walkways, grade steps, patios, and other items contiguous with the inspected structure.
 
3.2.2 Observe the drainage, grading, and vegetation for conditions that adversely affect the structure.
 
3.3 Limitations.

The Inspector is not required to:

3.3.1 Inspect fences or privacy walls.
 
3.3.2 Evaluate the condition of trees, shrubs, and or other vegetation.
 
3.3.3 Evaluate or determine soil or geological conditions, site engineering, or property boundaries.

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