KS HB2709

Cities and counties that license general contractors must also license home inspectors using the same requirements and standards under K.S.A. 12-1556 through 12-1558, with a minimum passing score of 75% on competency examinations.

Home inspection licenses obtained through examination in one Kansas city or county will be valid statewide in any other jurisdiction that requires home inspector licensure.

Home inspectors previously registered under the Kansas Home Inspectors Professional Competence and Financial Responsibility Act (prior to its expiration) are exempt from the new examination requirements.

Cities and counties requiring liability insurance for general contractors must impose the same liability insurance requirements on home inspectors.

Home inspection is defined as a noninvasive visual examination of residential dwellings of four or fewer units, covering three or more systems including heating, cooling, electrical, plumbing, structural components, foundations, roofing, and interior/exterior components.