CA AB2784

Changes "any action" to "an action" in Civil Code Section 896, a nonsubstantive grammatical modification to construction defect litigation provisions.

Applies to residential construction defects and defines liability standards for builders, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and design professionals.

Establishes specific standards for water issues, structural issues, soil issues, fire protection, plumbing, electrical systems, and other construction areas with detailed requirements for each category.

Includes statute of limitations periods ranging from one to five years for various defect categories, measured from close of escrow or original occupancy.

Does not apply to condominium conversions or to actions seeking recovery solely for defects in manufactured products located within or adjacent to a structure.