36-21C-1. Definition of terms.
Terms used in this chapter mean:
(1)"Client," any person who engages, or seeks to engage, the services of a home inspector for the purpose of obtaining inspection of and written report upon the condition of a residential building;
(2)"Commission," the South Dakota Real Estate Commission;
(3)"Home inspector," any person registered or licensed as a home inspector pursuant to the provisions of this chapter;
(4)"Home inspection," an inspection and written evaluation of all the following components of a residential building: heating system, cooling system, plumbing system, electrical system, structural components, foundation, roof, masonry structure, and exterior and interior components;
(5)"Residential building," a structure consisting of not more than four family dwelling units.
Source: SL 2000, ch 194, ยง1.
Structure South Dakota Codified Laws
Title 36 - Professions and Occupations
Section 36-21C-1 - Definition of terms.
Section 36-21C-2 - Commission to license or register home inspectors.
Section 36-21C-3 - Home inspectors to be licensed or registered--Violation as misdemeanor.
Section 36-21C-4 - Application for license--Requirements.
Section 36-21C-5 - Application for registration--Requirements.
Section 36-21C-6 - Promulgation of rules for licensing and registration.
Section 36-21C-7 - Exceptions to home inspector licensing requirements.
Section 36-21C-8 - Issuing of license to persons licensed elsewhere.
Section 36-21C-9 - Initial provisions for licensing experienced home inspectors.
Section 36-21C-11 - Suspension, revocation, reprimand, or fine for violation of chapter.
Section 36-21C-12 - Fees and fines paid to commission fund.
Section 36-21C-13 - Grounds for refusing, suspending or revoking license or registration.