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SESSION AGENDA
Wednesday, February 11, 2015 — Set Agenda =Red
6:30 p.m. or shortly thereafter
OPEN FORUM 6:30 P.M.: An opportunity for members of the public to address the City Council on items not on
the current agenda. Items requiring Council action may be deferred to Staff or Boards and Commissions for research
and future Council Agendas if appropriate. You will be limited to two (2) minutes and we ask that you conduct
yourself in a professional, courteous manner and refrain from the use of profanity. Failure to abide by this policy
may result in the loss of your privilege to speak. Persons wishing to speak will be required to complete a sign-up
sheet and give it to the Mayor or a Staff person prior to 6:15 p.m.
COUNCIL MEETING
I. CALL TO ORDER
1. Roll Call
II. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
III. PUBLIC HEARING
IV. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
'. AWARD OF BID—2015 Street Improvement Project
1. 2015 Street Improvement Project
a. February 11,2015 @ 4:00 p.m. Bid Opening—City Engineer
b. Email Correspondence Mr. Mike Steigauf, 7070 Eagle Trail (Page 1)
VI. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
1. January 28, 2015 City Council Meeting Minutes (Pages 2-7) **REPLACEMENT
PAGE**
VII. CONSENT AGENDA
1. City of Centerville January 15,2015 through January 28,2015
Claims (Check#29315-29331) (Page 8)& (Check #29332-29341) w/Voided Check
#29329 & 29334 (Page 8a)
2. Centennial Police Department Claims through January 23,2015
(Check#10241-10257) (Page 9)
3. Successful Performance Review,Mr. Dan Schmitz/Building
Inspection/Maintenance Technician
4. Agreement for Local Assessor Services By & Between the City of Centerville &
Kenneth A. Tolzmann, SAMA(February 27,2015—February 27,2019 Services)
(Pages 10-14)
6. League of Minnesota Cities Insurance Trust-Liability Coverage-Waiver Form
(Tort Liability) (Page 15)
VIII. AWARDS/PRESENTATIONS/APPEARANCES
IX. OLD BUSINESS
1. Northeast Water Summit/Minnesota Department of Natural Resources
Groundwater Management Area Project(Pages 16-111)
2. Remote Meeting Attendance/Participation (Pages 112-118)
X. NEW BUSINESS
1. Water Tower Subdivision/Plat -Direction of Whether or Not to Allocate
Associated Park Dedication Fees to Parks & Rec. for this Subdivision (Pages 119-
127)
2. Purchase Agreement- 173 7 Main Street(Kurt G.)(Pages 1274-1276)
XI. COUNCIL & ADMINISTRATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. Administrator Ericson
a. City of Lino Lakes Correspondence (Page 128)
b. League of MN Cities Legislative Conference(Pages 129-130)
CITY COUNCIL WORK SESSION MEETING
I. CALL TO ORDER---- - - - -- - - -
1. Roll Call
II. 2015 CITY COUNCIL GOAL SETTING SESSION
XIII. ADJOURNMENT
*REMINDERS**
Centerville Lions Annual Ice Fishing Contest w/EAA Young Eagles Airplane Rides (Lion Lynn Johnson
Memorial)-February 21, 2015, 8:00 a.m. -4:00 p.m. (Centerville Lake in front of Anoka County Rice
Creek Regional Park Beach)
Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting-March 3, 2015, 6:30 p.m. (Council Chambers) (P.H. CUP
6845-201h Avenue S. -Ultimate Martial Arts Studio
Parks & Recreation Committee Meeting-March 4, 2015, 6:30 p.m. (Council Chambers)
City Council Meeting-March 11, 2015, 6:30 p.m. (Council Chambers)
City Council Meeting-March 25, 2015, 6:30 p.m. (Council Chambers)
City Council Meeting-April 8, 2015, 6:30 p.m. (Council Chambers)
City Council Meeting-April 22, 2015, 6:15 p.m. (Council Chambers) (Board of Appeal & Equalization)
'fake Your Shamrock 5, 8K's & Kids 1/3K Walk/Runs - March 15, 2015, 7:00 a.m. — 1:00 p.m./Kelly's
_orner Sponsor(Around Centerville Lake and Out and Back)
Fete des Lacs 5, 8K's & Kids Fun Run—July 25, 2015 (Around Centerville Lake and Out and Back)
Out Run Homelessness, 5, 8K's& Kids Run/Walk—September 19, 2015 (Around Centerville Lake and
Out and Back)
City of Centerville
Council Meeting Minutes
January 28,2015
C. Mr. Dean Luxenburg Correspondence—Administrator Ericson stated that this was
provided for information purposes only and that he was aware that Council
Members had already received it directly from Mr. Luxenburg via email.
d. Res. #15-003 & Res. #15-004 (FYI) — Administrator Ericson stated that these
items were included in the packet for those that were not present at the last
meeting where appointments had been made.
Council Member Paar stated that at the last Fire Steering meeting they discussed a 2% salary
increase for(3) three full-time employees as budgeted, discussed investments,briefly considered
Lino Lake's request to officially leave the district on January 1, 2016 rather than their previously
requested date of January 31, 2015, additional equipment distribution, current staffing levels of
stations, possibility of the Relief Association's consideration of allowing (5) five year for vesting
versus the previously required(10)ten years.
Mayor Wilharber stated that if the City of Lino Lakes desired to come back to the Centennial
Fire District it would be considered and if they choose to operate on their own that is wonderful
also.
Council Member King stated that the North Metro. Telecommunication Commission is
entertaining the option to pay off the building bonds early and saving approximately $6,000 in
interest.
Mayor Wilharber recessed the regularly scheduled Council meeting to a scheduled Closed
Executive Session following a five(5)minute break at 8:00 p.m.
XII. CLOSED EXECUTIVE SESSION—PENDING LITIGATION DISCUSSIONS
The Council met in closed session to discuss pending litigation related to separate matters
involved Sheehy Construction, and John and Jolene Kelly
Mayor Wilharber re-opened the Regularly Scheduled Council Meeting at 9:16 p.m.
XIII. ADJOURNMENT
Motion by Council Member Paar, seconded by Council Member Love to Adiourn the
Regularly Scheduled Council Meeting of January 28 2015 at 9.17 p.m. All in favor.
Motion passed.
Transcribed by City Staff Member Teresa Bender, City Clerk
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CITY OF CENTERVILLE 02/11/151:51 PM
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Check Detail - February 11, 2015 update
Check
Date Check# Vender Name Comments Amount
2/11/2015 000703E WELLS FARGO H.S.A W/H-PAY PERIOD 3
Check Nbr 000703 WELLS FARGO $991.57
2/13/2015 000704E PERA PERA W/H-PAY PERIOD 3
Check Nbr 000704 PERA $2.629.42
2/13/2015 000705E MINNESOTA DEPT OF REVENUE STATE W/H-PAY PERIOD 3
Check Nbr 000705 MINNESOTA DEPT OF REVENUE $986.05
2/13/2015 000706E IRS/EFTPS FED W/H-PAY PERIOD 3 $2,709.44
2/13/2015 000706E IRS/EFTPS FICA/MED-W/H-PAY PERIOD 3 $3,320.40
Check Nbr 000706 IRS/EFTPS $6.029.84
2/12/2015 000708E MN DNR WATERS 2014 DNR Water Report
Check Nbr 000708 MN DNR WATERS $807.25
2/11/2015 029332 BURMEISTER,GREG REIMBURSEMENT FOR WORK CLOTHING
Check Nbr 029332 BURMEISTER.GREG $59.98
2/11/2015 029333 CENTERPOINT ENERGY 1880 MAIN ST-SERV THRU 1-28-15 $777.04
2/11/2015 029333 CENTERPOINT ENERGY 2085 W CEDAR ST-SERV THRU 1-28-15 $892.65
2/11/2015 029333 CENTERPOINT ENERGY 1785 PELTIER LAKE DR-SERV THRU 1-28-15 $18.31
2/11/2015 029333 CENTERPOINT ENERGY 6970 LAMOTTE DR-SERV THRU 1-28-15 $152.49
2/11/2015 029333 CENTERPOINT ENERGY 1737 MAIN ST-SERV THRU 1-28-15 $105.39
Check Nbr 029333 CENTERPOINT ENERGY $1.945.88
2/11/2015 029335 NATIONWIDE RETIREMENT SOLUTION DEF.COMP W/H-PAY PERIOD 3
Check Nbr 029335 NATIONWIDE RETIREMENT SOLUTION $100.28
2/11/2015 029336 PALZER, PAUL MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT-SEMINAR-ICC CONFERENCE-
Check Nbr 029336 PALZER. PAUL $239.20
2/11/2015 029337 PRESS PUBLICATIONS P.Z.-6845 20TH AVE-CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT
Check Nbr 029337 PRESS PUBLICATIONS $50.64
2/11/2015 029338 SAM S CLUB SUPPLIES $227.08
2/11/2015 029338 SAM S CLUB PAPER $29.87
2/11/2015 029338 SAM S CLUB OFFICE SUPPLIES $121.80
Check Nbr 029338 SAM S CLUB $378.75
2/11/2015 029339 SCHMITZ, DAN MILEAGE REIMBURSEMENT-ICC TRAINING-CHASKA
Check Nbr 029339 SCHMITZ. DAN $179.40
2/11/2015 - 029340 XCEL ENERGY 1601 LAMOTTE DR-SERV THRU 2-5-15 $28.17
2/11/2015 029340 XCEL ENERGY 1745 MAIN ST-SERV THRU 2-5-15 $11.69
2/11/2015 029340 XCEL ENERGY 1682 MAIN ST-SERV THRU 2-5-15 $135.94
2/11/2015 029340 XCEL ENERGY 7098 CENTERVILLE RD-SERV THRU 2-5-15 $11.5
Check Nbr 029340 XCEL ENERGY $187.39
2/11/2015 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA FUEL $551.48
2/11/2015 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA OFFICE SUPPLIES $890.59
2/11/2015 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA POSTAGE $37.73
2/11/2015 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA T BENDER&M ERICSON-CONFERENCES $555.00
2/11/2015 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA FUEL $185.59
2/11/2015 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA CODE BOOKS $457.00
2/11/2015 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA CLOTHING ALLOTMENT- D SCHMITZ $155.17
2/11/2015 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA SUPPLIES $53.84
2/11/2015 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA REPAIRS&MAINT $202.93
2/11/2015 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA SEMINAR ON 3-10-15 EROSION CONTROL-P PALZER,T $340.00
2/11/2015 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA P PALZER SEMINIAR $220.00
2/11/2015 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA POSTAGE-WATER SAMPLES $3.04
2/11/2015 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA BOSS V PLOW-REPAIRS TO PLOW&DRIVE SHAFT $388.04
2/11/2015 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA P.PALZER-SEMINAR $190.00
Check Nbr 029341 CITY OF CENTERVILLE-MASTERCA $4.230.41
Total Checks$18,816.06
Voided Check#29329&29334
From: Rick Kocinski [mailto:rkocinski@northmetrotv.com]
Sent: Wednesday, February 11, 2015 1:01 PM
To:Teresa Bender
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This form approved by the Minnesota Association of REALTORS®,
which disclaims any liability arising out of use or misuse of this form.
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2. Time 12: !0 PM
3. Buyer's licensee representing or/assisting Buyer represents that he/she has in his/her possession earnest money in
4. the amount of $ j ,fn/ �/ ��/ check number5� q
5. related to the Purchase Agreement dated- KA AA 20 5 ,for the property located at
6. 17�
(Street)
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S. Buyer's licensee representing or assisting Buyer will deliver the earnest money pursuant to the above-referenced
9. Purchase Agreement, but to be returned to Buyer if Purchase Agreement is not accepted by Seller.
10. Buyer and Licensee Representing or Assisting Buyer Information:
11.
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MN:EMR(8/14)
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT:
SELLER'S DISCLOSURE ALTERNATIVES
This form approved by the Minnesota Association of REALTORS@,
which disclaims any liability arising out of use or misuse of this form.
®2014 Minnesota Association offREALTORS°,Edina,MN
1. Date /(2_2 o t 5
2. Page 1 of pages:RECORDS AND
3. REPORTS, IF ANY, ARE ATTACHED HERETO AND
44, M ADE A PART HEREOF
5. Property located at Rev1
6. City of County of State of Minnesota.
7. NOTICE: Sellers of residential property,with limited exceptions,are obligated to satisfy the requirements of MN Statutes
8. 513.52 through 513.60. To comply with the statute, Seller must provide either a written disclosure to the
9. prospective Buyer(see Disclosure Statement:Seller's Property Disclosure Statement) or satisfy one of the
10. following two options. Disclosures made herein, if any, are not a warranty or guarantee of any kind by Seller or
11. licensees) representing or assisting any party in this transaction and are not a substitute for any inspections or
12, warranties the party(ies) may wish to obtain.
13. (Select ong option only.)
14. 1) ❑ QUALIFIED THIRD-PARTY INSPECTION: Seller shall provide to prospective Buyer a written report that
15, discloses material information relating to the real property that has been prepared by a qualified third party.
16. "Qualified third party" means a federal, state or local governmental agency, or any person whom Seller or
17. prospective Buyer reasonably believes has the expertise necessary to meet the industry standards of practice
18. for the type of inspection or investigation that has been conducted by the third party in order to prepare the
19. written report.
20. Seller shall disclose to prospective Buyer material facts known by Seller that contradict any information
21. that is included in a written report, or material facts known by Seller that are not included in the
22. report.
23. The inspection report was prepared by
24.
25. and dated 20 .
26. Seller discloses to Buyer the following material facts known by Seller that contradict any information included
27. in the above referenced inspection report.
28.
29.
30.
31. Seller discloses to Buyer the following material facts known by Seller that are not included in the above
32. referenced inspection report.
33.
34.
35.
36. 2) WAIVER:The written disclosure required may be waived if Seller and prospective Buyer agree in writing.Seller
37. Orand Buyer hereby waive the written disclosure required under MN Statutes 513.52 through 513.60.
38. NOTE: If both Seller and prospective Buyer agree, in writing, to waive the written disclosure required under
39. MN Statutes 513.52 through 513.60, Seller is not obligated to-disclose ANY material facts of which Seller
40. is aware that could adversely and significantly affect the Buyer's use or enjoyment of the property or any
41. intended use of the property, other than those disclosure requirements created by any other law. Seller is
42. not obligated to update Buyer on any changes made to material facts of which Seller is aware that could
43. adversely and significantly affect the Buyer's use or enjoyment of the property or any intended use of the
44. property that occur,other than those disclosure requirements created by any other law.
45. Waiver of the disclosure required under MN Statutes 513.52 through 513.60 does not waive,limit or
46. abridge any obligation for Seller disclosure created by any other law.
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DISCLOSURE STATEMENT:
,AAI �Q SELLER'S DISCLOSURE ALTERNATIVES
47. Page 2
48. Property located at32 M/�t A31
49. OTHER REOUIRED DISCLOSURES:
50. NOTE: In addition to electing one of the above alternatives to the material fact disclosure, Minnesota law also
51. requires sellers to provide other disclosures to prospective buyers,such as those disclosures listed below.
52. Additionally,there may be other required disclosures by federal,state,local or other governmental entities
53. that are not listed below.
54. A. SUBSURFACE SEWAGE TREATMENT SYSTEM DISCLOSURE: (A subsurface sewage treatment system
55. disclosure is required by MN Statute 115.55.) (Check appropriate box.)
56. Seller certifies that Seller❑DOES (DOES NOT know of a subsurface sewage treatment system on or serving
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57. the above-described real property. (If answer is DOES, and the system does not require a state permit, see
58. Disclosure Statement:Subsurface Sewage Treatment System.)
59. ❑ There is a subsurface sewage treatment system on or serving the above-described real property.
60. (See Disclosure Statement.Subsurface Sewage Treatment System.)
61. ❑ There is an abandoned subsurface sewage treatment system on the above-described real property.
62. (See Disclosure Statement:Subsurface Sewage Treatment System.)
63. B. PRIVATE WELL DISCLOSURE: (A well disclosure and Certificate are required by MN Statute 1031.235.)
64. (Check appropriate box.)
65. Seller certifies that Seller does not know of any wells on the above-described real property.
66. ❑ Seller certifies there are one or more wells located on the above-described real property.
67. (See Disclosure Statement.Well.)
68. Are there any wells serving the above-described property that are not located on the property? ❑Yes gNo
69 To your knowledge, is the property in a Special Well Construction Area? ❑Yes ❑No
70. Comments:
71,
72.
73. C. VALUATION EXCLUSION DISCLOSURE: (Required by MN Statute 273.11, Subd.16)
74. There❑IS IS NOT an exclusion from market value for home improvements on this property. Any valuation
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75. exclusion shall terminate upon sale of the property,and the property's estimated market value for property tax purposes
76. shall increase. If a valuation exclusion exists, Buyers are encouraged to look into the resulting tax
77. consequences.
78. Additional comments:
79.
80.
81. D. METHAMPHETAMINE PRODUCTION DISCLOSURE:
82. (A methamphetamine production disclosure is required by MN Statute 152.0275, Subd.2(m).)
83. Seller is not aware of any methamphetamine production that has occurred on the property.
84. ❑ Seller is aware that methamphetamine production has occurred on the property.
85. (See Disclosure Statement:Methamphetamine Production.)
WDS:SDA-2(8/14)
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DISCLOSURE STATEMENT:
SELLER'S DISCLOSURE ALTERNATIVES
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87. Property located at I7�7 ' lA Ill �l K�, V11.,U51 IV
88. E. RADON DISCLOSURE:
89. (The following Seller disclosure satisfies MN Statute 144.496.)
90. RADON WARNING STATEMENT: The Minnesota Department of Health strongly recommends that ALL
91. homebuyers have an indoor radon test performed prior to purchase or taking occupancy,and recommends having
92. the radon levels mitigated if elevated radon concentrations are found. Elevated radon concentrations can easily
93. be reduced by a qualified, certified,or licensed, if applicable, radon mitigator.
94. Every buyer of any interest in residential real property is notified that the property may present exposure to
95. dangerous levels of indoor radon gas that may place occupants at risk of developing radon-induced lung cancer.
96. Radon,a Class A human carcinogen, is the leading cause of lung cancer in nonsmokers and the second leading
97. cause overall. The seller of any interest in residential real property is required to provide the buyer with any
98. information on radon test results of the dwelling.
99. RADON IN REAL ESTATE: By signing this Statement, Buyer hereby acknowledges receipt of the Minnesota
100. Department of Health's publication entitled Radon in Real Estate Transactions, which can be found at
101. www.health.state.mn.us/divs/eh/indoorair/radon/rnrealestateweb.pdf.
102. A seller who fails to disclose the information required under MN Statute 144.496, and is aware of material facts
103. pertaining to radon concentrations in the property,is liable to the Buyer.A buyer who is injured by a violation of MN
104. Statute 144.496 may bring a civil action and recover damages and receive other equitable relief as determined by
105. the court. Any such action must be commenced within two years after the date on which the buyer closed the
106. purchase or transfer of the real property.
107. SELLER'S REPRESENTATIONS:The following are representations made by Seller to the extent of Seller's actual
108. knowledge.
109. (a) Radon test(s)❑HAVEIHAVE NOT occurred on the property.
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110. (b) Describe any known radon concentrations, mitigation,or remediation.NOTE: Seller shall attach the most
111. current records and reports pertaining to radon concentration within the dwelling:
112.
113.
114.
115. (c) There ❑IS NIS NOT a radon mitigation system currently installed on the property.
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116. If If"IS,"Seller shall disclose,if known,information regarding the radon mitigation system,including system
117. description and documentation.
118.
119.
120.
121. F. NOTICE REGARDING AIRPORT ZONING REGULATIONS:The property may be in or near an airport safety zone
122. with zoning regulations adopted by the governing body that may affect the property.Such zoning regulations are
123. filed with the county recorder in each county where the zoned area is located.If you would like to determine if such
124. zoning regulations affect the property,you should contact the county recorder where the zoned area is located.
125. G. NOTICE REGARDING CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS:
126. MN Statute 299F.51 requires Carbon Monoxide Detectors to be located within ten (10) feet from all sleeping
127. rooms.Carbon Monoxide Detectors may or may not be personal property and may or may not be included in the
128. sale of the home.
MN:DS:SDA-3(8/14)
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT:
SELLER'S DISCLOSURE ALTERNATIVES
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130. Property located at 1737 '"`N + ht, M
131. H. WATER INTRUSION AND MOLD GROWTH: Recent studies have shown that various forms of water intrusion
132. affect many homes.Water intrusion may occur from exterior moisture entering the home and/or interior moisture
133. leaving the home.
134. Examples of exterior moisture sources may be
135. • improper flashing around windows and doors,
136. • improper grading,
137. • flooding,
138. • roof leaks.
139. Examples of interior moisture sources may be
140. 0 plumbing leaks,
141. • condensation(caused by indoor humidity that is too high or surfaces that are too cold),
142. • overflow from tubs,sinks or toilets,
143. • firewood stored indoors,
144. • humidifier use,
145. • inadequate venting of kitchen and bath humidity,
146. • improper venting of clothes dryer exhaust outdoors(including electrical dryers),
147. • line-drying laundry indoors,
148. 0 houseplants-watering them can generate large amounts of moisture.
149. In addition to the possible structural damage water intrusion may do to the property,water intrusion may also result
150. in the growth of mold, mildew and other fungi. Mold growth may also cause structural damage to the property.
151. Therefore, it is very important to detect and remediate water intrusion problems.
152. Fungi are present everywhere in our environment,both indoors and outdoors.Many molds are beneficial to humans.
153. However,molds have the ability to produce mycotoxins that may have a potential to cause serious health problems,
154. particularly in some immunocompromised individuals and people who have asthma or allergies to mold.
155. To complicate matters,mold growth is often difficult to detect,as it frequently grows within the wall structure.If you
156, have a concern about water intrusion or the resulting mold/mildew/fungi growth,you may want to consider having
157. the property inspected for moisture problems before entering into a purchase agreement or as a condition of your
15& purchase agreement.Such an analysis is particularly advisable if you observe staining or any musty odors on the
159. property.
160. For additional information about water intrusion, indoor air quality, moisture or mold issues, please view the
161. Minnesota Association of REALTORS®Desktop Reference Guide at www.mnrealtor.com.
162. I. NOTICE REGARDING PREDATORY OFFENDER INFORMATION: Information regarding the predatory
163. offender registry and persons registered with the predatory offender registry under MN Statute 243.166
164. may be obtained by contacting the local law enforcement offices in the community where the property is
165. located or the Minnesota Department of Corrections at(651)361-7200,or from the Department of Corrections
166. web site at www.corr.state.mn.us.
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DISCLOSURE STATEMENT:
SELLER'S DISCLOSURE ALTERNATIVES
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168. Property located at �� MAO _51N - tAn - 171 �J
169. J. SELLER'S STATEMENT:
170. (To be signed at time of listing.)
171. Seller(s) hereby authorizes any licensee(s) representing or assisting any party(ies)in this transaction to provide
172. a copy of this Disclosure Statement to any person or entity in connection with any actual or anticipated sale of the
173. property. A seller may provide this Disclosure Statement to a real estate licensee representing or assisting a
174. prospective buyer.The Disclosure Statement provided to the real estate licensee representing or assisting a
175. prospective buyer is considered to have been provided to the prospective buyer. If this Disclosure Statement is
176. provided to the real estate licensee representing or assisting the prospective buyer,the real estate licensee must
177. provide a copy to the prospective buyer.
178. QUALIFIED THIRD-PARTY INSPECTION: If Seller has made a disclosure under the Qualified Third-Party
179. Inspection,Seller is obligated to disclose to Buyer in writing of any new or changed facts of which Seller is aware
180. that could adversely and significantly affect the Buyer's use or enjoyment of the property or any intended use of
181. the property that occur up to the time of closing.To disclose new or changed facts,please use the Amendment to
182. Disclosure Statement form.
183. WAIVER: If Seller and Buyer agree to waive the seller disclosure requirement,Seller is NOT obligated to disclose
184. and will NOT disclose any new or changed information regarding facts.
185. OTHER REQUIRED DISCLOSURES(Sections A-E):Whether Seller has elected a Qualified-Third Party Inspection
186. or Waiver, Seller Is obligated to notify Buyer, in writing, of any new or changed facts regarding Other Required
187. Disclosures up to the time of closing.To disclose new or changed facts, please use the Amendment to Seller's
188. Disclosure form.
189.
(Seller) (Date) (Seller) (Date)
190. K. BUYER'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
191. (To be signed at time of purchase agreement.)
192. I/We, the Buyer(s)of the property,acknowledge receipt of this Seller's Disclosure Alternatives form and agree to
193. the seller's disclosure option selected in this form.I/We further agree that no representations regarding facts have
194. been made, other than those made in this form.
195.
(Buyer) (Date) (Buyer) (Date)
196. LISTING BROKER AND LICENSEES MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS HEREIN AND ARE
197. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONDITIONS EXISTING ON THE PROPERTY.
MN:DS:SDA-5(8114)
Radonin MINNESOTA
Real Estate Transactions
All Minnesota homes can have dangerous levels of radon gas in them.Radon is a colorless,odorless and tasteless DEPARTMFNTor HEALTH
radioactive gas that can seep into homes from the earth.When inhaled,its radioactive particles can damage
the cells that line the lungs.Long-term exposure to radon can lead to lung
cancer.About 21,000 lung cancer deaths each year in the United States are
caused by radon,making it a serious health concern for all Minnesotans
It does not matter if the home is old or new and the only way to know k
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how much radon gas has entered the home is to conduct a radon test. �' _•;
MDH estimates 2 in 5 homes built before 2010 and 1 in 5 homes built
since 2010 exceed the 4 0 pCi/L action level '
In Minnesota,buyers and sellers in a real estate transaction are free to negotiate radon testing and reduction. Ultimately,it is up to the buyer
to decide an acceptable level of radon risk in the home.Prospective buyers should keep in mind that it is inexpensive and easy to measure
radon,and radon levels can be lowered at a reasonable cost.The MDH Radon Program website provides more detailed information on radon,
including the MDH brochure'Keeping Your Home Safe from Radon'
The Minnesota Radon Awareness Act does not require radon testing or mitigation.However,many relocation companies and lending
institutions,as well as home buyers,require a radon test when purchasing a house The purpose of this publication is to educate and inform
potential home buyers of the risks of radon exposure,and how to test for and reduce radon as part of real estate transactions
Radon Facts
*" Now dangerous is radon?
Radon is the number one cause of lung cancer in non-smokers
`• n;• ,. ti and the second leading cause of lung cancer overall,next to tobacco
smough
testing and ng a takingy,much action to deuce nigh ran
lprevented adon gas when
and where they are found.Your risk for lung cancer increases with
higher levels of radon gas,prolonged exposure and whether or not
you are a smoker
Disclosure Requirements Where is your greatest exposure to radon?
Radon is present everywhere,and there is no known safe level.Your
Effective January 1,2014,the Minnesota Radon Awareness greatest exposure is where it can concentrate indoors and where
Act requires specific disclosure and education be provided to you spend most of your time.For most Minnesotans,this is at
potential home buyers during residential real estate transactions home.Whether a home is old or new,well-sealed or drafty,with or
in Minnesota This publication is being provided by the seller without a basement,any home can have high levels of radon.
in order to meet a requirement of the Act.In addition,before
signing a purchase agreement to sell or transfer residential
real property,the seller shall disclose in writing to the buyer any
knowledge the seller has of radon concentrations in the dwelling
The disclosure shall include:
=�a
1. whether a radon test or tests have occurred on the property,
2 the most current records and reports pertaining to radon
concentrations within the dwelling,
3 a description of any radon concentrations,mitigation,or
11V40e48ei Aadonbmtr'� '
remediation; Radon comes from the soil it is producsd bytfib nhGiral lecay of
4 information regarding the radon mitigation system,including uranium and radium commonly found in nearly all soils in Minnesota.
system description and documentation,if such system has been As a gas,radon moves freely through the soil and eventually into
installed in the dwelling;and the air you breathe Our homes tend to draw soil gases including
radon,into the structure.
5. a radon warning statement
I have a new home,aren't radon levels reduced already?
Radon Warning Statement Homes built in Minnesota since June 2009 are required to contain
construction features that may limit radon entry. These features
The Minnesota Department of Health strongly recommends that are known as passive Radon Resistant New Construction(RRNC).
ALL homebuyers have an indoor radon test performed prior to While these passive RRNC features may lower the amount of radon
purchase or taking occupancy,and recommends having the radon in newer homes,it does not guarantee low levels It is recommended
levels mitigated if elevated radon concentrations are found. Elevated all new homes be tested for radon,and if elevated levels are found,
radon concentrations can easily be reduced by a qualified,certified, these passive RRNC features can be easily and inexpensively
or licensed,if applicable,radon mitigator. activated with the addition of a radon fan in the attic. If you are
Every buyer of any interest in residential real property is notified that buying a new home,ask if the home has any RRNC features and if
the home has been tested.
the property may present exposure to dangerous levels of indoor
radon gas that may place the occupants at risk of developing radon- What is the recommended action based on my results?
induced lung cancer.Radon,a Class A human carcinogen,is the If the average radon in the home is at or above 4.0 pCiA,the
leading cause of lung cancer in nonsmokers and the second leading house should be fixed.Consider fixing the home if radon levels
cause overall.The seller of any interest in residential real property are between 2 pCVL and 3.9 pCVL.While it isn't possible to reduce
is required to provide the buyer with any information on radon test
results of the dwelling radon to zero,the best approach is to reduce the radon levels to as
low as reasonably achievable.Any amount of radon,even below the
recommended action level,carries some risk
Now are radon tests conducted in real estate transactions? Radon TE`3t1n4
Because of the unique nature of real estate transactions,involving multiple parties
and financial interests,there are special protocols for radon testing. House conditions when testing
Be aware that any test lasting less than three months
-`• ' requires closed-house conditions.
Closed-house Conditions:Mean keeping all windows
and doors dosed,except for normal entry and exit
It •
• Before Testing:Begin closed-house conditions at least
12 hours before the start of the radon test
Continuous rus Sequential During Testing:Maintain closed-house conditions
Aadoi Monitori . during the entire duration of the short term test.
Operate home heating or cooling systems
Fastest Second fastest Slowest
normally during the test.
Test is completed by ! Two short-term test One short term testis Where the test should he conducted
Any radon test conducted for a real estate transaction
a certified contractor i kits are used at the performed for a needs to be placed to the lowest livable area of the
with a calibrated same time,placed 6-12 minimum of 48 hours home suitable for occupancy.In Minnesota,this is
CRM for a minimum inches apart,for amini-
Test kit is sent to typically in the basement,whether it is finished nr
of 48 hours mum of 48 hours lab for analysis unfinished.
Test report is Test kits are Another short-term The test kit should be placed.
sent to the lab kit is used in the same .
analyzed to two to six feet above the floor
ensure that it is for analysis place as the first, . at least three feet from exterior walls
4 started right after the . four inches away from other objects
a valid test The two test
first test is . in a location where it won't be disturbed
j results are averaged 3 taken down Test . not in enclosed areas
to get the radon level. { is performed for a . not in areas of high heat or humidity
minimum of 48 hours.
Test kit is sent to If the house has multiple foundation types,it is
recommended that each of these be tested For
the lab for analysis recommended
it the house has one or more of the following
The two test foundation types—basement,crawl space,slab-on-
results are averaged to grade--a test should be performed in the basement
get the radon level and in at least one room over the crawlspaee and one
room with a slab-on-grade area
Who should conduct radon testing in real estate transactions?
All radon tests should be conducted in accordance with national radon measurement protocols,by a certified and MDH-listed professional.
This ensures the test was conducted properly,in the correct location,and under appropriate building conditions. A list of these radon
measurement professionals can be found at MDH's Radon web site A seller may have previously conducted testing in a property It the test
result is at or above the action level,the home should be mitigated.
v, Radon Mitigation
Lowering radon in existing homes—Radon Mitigation
When elevated levels of radon are found,they should be mitigated.Elevated radon
► concentrations can be easily reduced by a nationally certified and MOH-listed radon mitigation
ux C1a professional.A list of these radon mitigation professionals can be found at MDH's Radon web
i site.
Radon mitigation is the process or system used to reduce radon concentrations in the
breathing zones of occupied buildings The goal of a radon mitigation system is to reduce
"'"'s nFr.l.arr 7 1 the indoor radon levels to below the EPA action level of 4.0 pCVL.A quality radon reduction
(mitigation)system is often able to reduce the annual average radon level to below 2.0 pCi1L
Active sub-slab suction(also called sub-slab depressurization,or SSDI is the most common
and usually the most reliable type of system because it draws radon-filled air from beneath the
house and vents it outside.There are standards of practice that need to be followed for the
i installat on of these systems More information on radon mitigation can be found at the MDH
Radon website.
;•SC3�Jnt
After a radon reduction system is installed
Perform an independent short-term test to ensure that the reduction sy'Stem is effective Make
cit tia}'mr•ks
sure the radon system is operating during the entire test.Once a confirmatory radon test
shows low levels of radon in the home,be sure to retest the house every two years to confirm
~� continued radon reduction.
F,
tabor
Contact the MDH Radon Program if you are uncertain about anything MOH Radon Program
regarding radon testing or mitigation. 625 Robert St N
P.O.Box 64975
The MDH Radon Program can provide. St Paul,MN 55164-0975
• Information about radon health effects,radon testing and radon mitigation, (651)201-4601
• Names of trained,certified and MDH-listed radon professionals: 1(800)798-9050
Email:health.indoorair@state.mn us
Web:www.health.state mn.us/radon
Is aa&102013 Et 141-3722
DISCLOSURE STATEMENT:
SELLER'S DISCLOSURE ALTERNATIVES
This form approved by the Minnesota Association of REALTORS®,
which disclaims any liability arising out of use or misuse of this form.
0 2014 Minnesota Association of REALTORS*,Edina,MN
1. Date a /(a �+1iv
2. Page 1 of pages: RECORDS AND
3. REPORTS, IF ANY, ARE ATTACHED HERETO AND
4. MADE A PART HEREOF
5. Property located at ,
6. City of �L County of State of Minnesota.
7. NOTICE: Sellers of residential property,with limited exceptions,are obligated to satisfy the requirements of MN Statutes
8. 513.52 through 513.60. To comply with the statute, Seller must provide either a written disclosure to the
9. prospective Buyer(see Disclosure Statement:Seller's Property Disclosure Statement) or satisfy one of the
10. following two options. Disclosures made herein, if any, are not a warranty or guarantee of any kind by Seller or
11. licensees) representing or assisting any party in this transaction and are not a substitute for any inspections or
12. warranties the party(ies)may wish to obtain.
13. (Select one option only.)
14. 1) ❑ QUALIFIED THIRD-PARTY INSPECTION: Seller shall provide to prospective Buyer a written report that
15, discloses material information relating to the real property that has been prepared by a qualified third party.
16. "Qualified third party" means a federal, state or local governmental agency, or any person whom Seller or
17. prospective Buyer reasonably believes has the expertise necessary to meet the industry standards of practice
18. for the type of inspection or investigation that has been conducted by the third party in order to prepare the
19. written report.
20. Seller shall disclose to prospective Buyer material facts known by Seller that contradict any information
21. that is included in a written report, or material facts known by Seller that are not included in the
22. report.
23. The inspection report was prepared by
24.
25. and dated 20 .
26. Seller discloses to Buyer the following material facts known by Seller that contradict any information included
27. in the above referenced inspection report.
28.
29.
30.
31. Seller discloses to Buyer the following material facts known by Seller that are not included in the above
32. referenced inspection report.
33.
34.
35.
36. 2) WAIVER:The written disclosure required may be waived if Seller and prospective Buyer agree in writing.Seller
37. and Buyer hereby waive the written disclosure required under MN Statutes 513.52 through 513.60.
38. NOTE: If both Seller and prospective Buyer agree, in writing, to waive the written disclosure required under
39. MN Statutes 513.52 through 513.60, Seller is not obligated to-disclose ANY material facts of which Seller
40. is aware that could adversely and significantly affect the Buyer's use or enjoyment of the property or any
41. intended use of the property, other than those disclosure requirements created by any other law. Seller is
42. not obligated to update Buyer on any changes made to material facts of which Seller is aware that could
43. adversely and significantly affect the Buyer's use or enjoyment of the property or any intended use of the
44. property that occur,other than those disclosure requirements created by any other law.
45. Waiver of the disclosure required under MN Statutes 513.52 through 513.60 does not waive,limit or
46. abridge any obligation for Seller disclosure created by any other law.
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48. Property located at 7s 2_ __-Al 13 -.` ' RET CJR �j`,Li9 , r'
49. OTHER REQUIRED DISCLOSURES:
50. NOTE: In addition to electing one of the above alternatives to the material fact disclosure, Minnesota law also
51. requires sellers to provide other disclosures to prospective buyers,such as those disclosures listed below.
52. Additionally,there may be other required disclosures by federal,state,local or other governmental entities
53. that are not listed below.
54. A. SUBSURFACE SEWAGE TREATMENT SYSTEM DISCLOSURE: (A subsurface sewage treatment system
55. disclosure is required by MN Statute 115.55.) (Check appropriate box.)
56. Seller certifies that Seller❑DOESDOES NOT know of a subsurface sewage treatment system on or serving
------------(Check one.)------------
57. the above-described real property. (If answer is DOES, and the system does not require a state permit, see
58. Disclosure Statement:Subsurface Sewage Treatment System.)
59. ❑ There is a subsurface sewage treatment system on or serving the above-described real property.
60. (See Disclosure Statement.Subsurface Sewage Treatment System.)
61. ❑ There is an abandoned subsurface sewage treatment system on the above-described real property.
62. (See Disclosure Statement:Subsurface Sewage Treatment System.)
63. B. PRIVATE WELL DISCLOSURE: (A well disclosure and Certificate are required by MN Statute 1031.235.)
64. (Check appropriate box.)
65. Seller certifies that Seller does not know of any wells on the above-described real property.
66. ❑ Seller certifies there are one or more wells located on the above-described real property.
67. (See Disclosure Statement:Well.)
68. Are there any wells serving the above-described property that are not located on the property? ❑Yes gNo
69 To your knowledge, is the property in a Special Well Construction Area? ❑Yes ❑No
70. Comments:
71.
72.
73. C. VALUATION EXCLUSION DISCLOSURE:(Required by MN Statute 273.11,Subd. 16)
74. There❑ISIS NOT an exclusion from market value for home improvements on this property.Any valuation
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75. exclusion shall terminate upon sale of the property,and the property's estimated market value for propertytax purposes
76. shall increase. If a valuation exclusion exists, Buyers are encouraged to look into the resulting tax
77. consequences.
78. Additional comments:
79.
80.
81. D. METHAMPHETAMINE PRODUCTION DISCLOSURE:
82. (A methamphetamine production disclosure is required by MN Statute 152.0275, Subd.2(m).)
83. Seller is not aware of any methamphetamine production that has occurred on the property.
84. ❑ Seller is aware that methamphetamine production has occurred on the property.
85. (See Disclosure Statement:Methamphetamine Production.)
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SELLER'S DISCLOSURE ALTERNATIVES
86. Page
87. Property located at `?brl IAW SMWEo CSlOLU51 11/V
88. E. RADON DISCLOSURE:
89. (The following Seller disclosure satisfies MN Statute 144.496.)
90. RADON WARNING STATEMENT: The Minnesota Department of Health strongly recommends that ALL
91. homebuyers have an indoor radon test performed prior to purchase or taking occupancy,and recommends having
92. the radon levels mitigated if elevated radon concentrations are found. Elevated radon concentrations can easily
93. be reduced by a qualified, certified, or licensed, if applicable, radon mitigator.
94. Every buyer of any interest in residential real property is notified that the property may present exposure to
95. dangerous levels of indoor radon gas that may place occupants at risk of developing radon-induced lung cancer.
96. Radon,a Class A human carcinogen, is the leading cause of lung cancer in nonsmokers and the second leading
97. cause overall. The seller of any interest in residential real property is required to provide the buyer with any
98. information on radon test results of the dwelling.
99. RADON IN REAL ESTATE: By signing this Statement, Buyer hereby acknowledges receipt of the Minnesota
100. Department of Health's publication entitled Radon in Real Estate Transactions, which can be found at
101. www.health.state.mn.us/divs/eh/indoorair/radon/rnrealestateweb.pdf.
102. A seller who fails to disclose the information required under MN Statute 144.496, and is aware of material facts
103. pertaining to radon concentrations in the property,is liable to the Buyer.A buyer who is injured by a violation of MN
104. Statute 144.496 may bring a civil action and recover damages and receive other equitable relief as determined by
105. the court. Any such action must be commenced within two years after the date on which the buyer closed the
106. purchase or transfer of the real property.
107. SELLER'S REPRESENTATIONS:The following are representations made by Seller to the extent of Seller's actual
108. knowledge.
109. (a) Radon test(s)❑HAVE$K HAVE NOT occurred on the property.
110. (b) Describe any known radon concentrations, mitigation,or remediation.NOTE:Seller shall attach the most
111. current records and reports pertaining to radon concentration within the dwelling:
112.
113.
114.
115. (c) There ❑isNISNOT a radon mitigation system currently installed on the property.
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116. If 1S,"Seller shall disclose, if known,information regarding the radon mitigation system,including system
117. description and documentation.
118.
119.
120.
121. F. NOTICE REGARDING AIRPORT ZONING REGULATIONS:The property may be in or near an airport safety zone
122. with zoning regulations adopted by the governing body that may affect the property.Such zoning regulations are
123. filed with the county recorder in each county where the zoned area is located.If you would like to determine if such
124. zoning regulations affect the property,you should contact the county recorder where the zoned area is located.
125. G. NOTICE REGARDING CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTORS:
126. MN Statute 299F.51 requires Carbon Monoxide Detectors to be located within ten (10) feet from all sleeping
127. rooms.Carbon Monoxide Detectors may or may not be personal property and may or may not be included in the
128. sale of the home.
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130. Property located at `73 r M t l� � y)tag . M M
131. H. WATER INTRUSION AND MOLD GROWTH: Recent studies have shown that various forms of water intrusion
132. affect many homes.Water intrusion may occur from exterior moisture entering the home and/or interior moisture
133. leaving the home.
134. Examples of exterior moisture sources may be
135. • improper flashing around windows and doors,
136. • improper grading,
137. • flooding,
138. • roof leaks.
139. Examples of interior moisture sources may be
140. 0 plumbing leaks,
141. • condensation (caused by indoor humidity that is too high or surfaces that are too cold),
142. • overflow from tubs,sinks or toilets,
143. • firewood stored indoors,
144. • humidifier use,
145. • inadequate venting of kitchen and bath humidity,
146. • improper venting of clothes dryer exhaust outdoors(including electrical dryers),
147. 0 line-drying laundry indoors,
148. • houseplants-watering them can generate large amounts of moisture.
149. In addition to the possible structural damage water intrusion may do to the property,water intrusion may also result
150. in the growth of mold, mildew and other fungi. Mold growth may also cause structural damage to the property.
151. Therefore, it is very important to detect and remediate water intrusion problems.
152. Fungi are present everywhere in our environment,both indoors and outdoors.Many molds are beneficial to humans.
153. However,molds have the ability to produce mycotoxins that may have a potential to cause serious health problems,
154. particularly in some immunocompromised individuals and people who have asthma or allergies to mold.
155. To complicate matters,mold growth is often difficult to detect,as it frequently grows within the wall structure.If you
156. have a concern about water intrusion or the resulting mold/mildew/fungi growth,you may want to consider having
157. the property inspected for moisture problems before entering into a purchase agreement or as a condition of your
158. purchase agreement.Such an analysis is particularly advisable if you observe staining or any musty odors on the
159. property.
160. For additional information about water intrusion, indoor air quality, moisture or mold issues, please view the
161. Minnesota Association of REALTORS®Desktop Reference Guide at www.mnrealtor.com.
162. I. NOTICE REGARDING PREDATORY OFFENDER INFORMATION: Information regarding the predatory
163. offender registry and persons registered with the predatory offender registry under MN Statute 243.166
164. may be obtained by contacting the local law enforcement offices in the community where the property Is
165. located or the Minnesota Department of Corrections at(651)361-7200,or from the Department of Corrections
166. web site at www.corr.state.mn.us.
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168. Property located at 1137 AW 51 FW - (. e }7'��f��
169. J. SELLER'S STATEMENT:
170. (To be signed at time of listing.)
171. Seller(s) hereby authorizes any licensee(s) representing or assisting any party(ies)in this transaction to provide
172. a copy of this Disclosure Statement to any person or entity in connection with any actual or anticipated sale of the
173. property. A seller may provide this Disclosure Statement to a real estate licensee representing or assisting a
174. prospective buyer.The Disclosure Statement provided to the real estate licensee representing or assisting a
175. prospective buyer is considered to have been provided to the prospective buyer. If this Disclosure Statement is
176. provided to the real estate licensee representing or assisting the prospective buyer,the real estate licensee must
177. provide a copy to the prospective buyer.
178. QUALIFIED THIRD-PARTY INSPECTION: If Seller has made a disclosure under the Qualified Third-Party
179. Inspection, Seller is obligated to disclose to Buyer in writing of any new or changed facts of which Seller is aware
180. that could adversely and significantly affect the Buyer's use or enjoyment of the property or any intended use of
181. the property that occur up to the time of closing.To disclose new or changed facts,please use the Amendment to
182. Disclosure Statementform.
183. WAIVER:If Seller and Buyer agree to waive the seller disclosure requirement,Seller is NOT obligated to disclose
184. and will NOT disclose any new or changed information regarding facts.
185. OTHER REQUIRED DISCLOSURES(Sections A-E):Whether Seller has elected a Qualified-Third Party Inspection
186. or Waiver, Seller is obligated to notify Buyer, in writing, of any new or changed facts regarding Other Required
187. Disclosures up to the time of closing.To disclose new or changed facts, please use the Amendment to Seller's
188. Disclosure form.
189.
(Seller) (Date) (Seller) (Date)
190. K. BUYER'S ACKNOWLEDGEMENT:
191. (To be signed at time of purchase agreement.)
192. I/We, the Buyer(s)of the property,acknowledge receipt of this Sellers Disclosure Alternatives form and agree to
193. the seller's disclosure option selected in this form.I/We further agree that no representations regarding facts have
194. been made, other than those made in this form.
195.
(Buyer) (Date) (Buyer) (Date)
196. LISTING BROKER AND LICENSEES MAKE NO REPRESENTATIONS HEREIN AND ARE
197. NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY CONDITIONS EXISTING ON THE PROPERTY.
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Radonln MINNESOTA
Real Estate Transactions
All Minnesota homes can have dangerous levels of radon gas in them.Radon is a colorless,odorless and tasteless DEPARTMENTor NEAtTN
radioactive gas that can seep into homes from the earth.When inhaled,its radioactive particles can damage
the cells that line the lungs Long-term exposure to radon can lead to lung
cancer.About 21,000 lung cancer deaths each year in the United States are
caused by radon,making it a serious health concern for all Minnesotans
It does not matter if the home is old or new and the only way to know i f ", NI
how much radon gas has entered the home is to conduct a radon test.
MDH estimates 2 in 5 homes built before 2010 and 1 in 5 homes built
since 2010 exceed the 4 0 pCi/L action level
In Minnesota,buyers and sellers in a real estate transaction are free to negotiate radon testing and reduction. Ultimately,it is up to the buyer
to decide an acceptable level of radon risk in the home Prospective buyers should keep in mind that it is inexpensive and easy to measure
radon,and radon levels can be lowered at a reasonable cost.The MDH Radon Program website provides more detailed information on radon,
including the MDH brochure'Keeping Your Home Safe from Radon"
The Minnesota Radon Awareness Act does not require radon testing or mitigation.However,many relocation companies and lending
institutions,as well as home buyers,require a radon test when purchasing a house The purpose of this publication is to educate and inform
potential home buyers of the risks of radon exposure,and how to test for and reduce radon as part of real estate transactions.
Radon Facts
Now dangerous is radon?
: 4 -• k ����rt Radon is the number one cause of lung cancer in non-smokers
and the second leading cause of lung cancer overall,next to tobacco
LC -- smoking Thankfully,much of this risk can be prevented through
testredu
high
gas
,i Ott en
�`Q and(ng and where theyng are foundction.Your risk for lung levels
canceadncreases with
higher levels of radon gas,prolonged exposure and whether or not
you are a smoker.
Disclosure Requirements Where is your greatest exposure to radon?
Radon is present everywhere,and there is no known safe level,Your
Effective January 1,2014,the Minnesota Radon Awareness greatest exposure is where it can concentrate indoors and where
Act requires specific disclosure and education be provided to you spend most of your time.For most Minnesotans,this is at
potential home buyers during residential real estate transactions home Whether a home is old or new,well-sealed or drafty,with or
in Minnesota This publication is being provided by the seller without a basement,any home can have high levels of radon
in order to meet a requirement of the Act,In addition,before
signing a purchase agreement to sell or transfer residential
real property,the seller shall disclose in writing to the buyer any
knowledge the seller has of radon concentrations in the dwelling
The disclosure shall include: ' c
1. whether a radon test or tests have occurred on the property,
2 the most current records and reports pertaining to radon
concentrations within the dwelling, a .f
3 a description of any radon concentrations,mitigation,or °� `
-i�llfiere:doer Radea:toEraEa: �,
remediation; Radon comes from the soil it is pfroof
4 information regarding the radon mitigation system,including uranium and radium commonly found in nearly all soils in Minnesota
system description and documentation,if such systen:has been As a gas,radon moves freely through the soil and eventually into
installed in the dwelling,and the air you breathe, Our homes tend to draw soil gases including
radon,into the structure.
5. a radon warning statement
I have a new home,aren't radon levels reduced already?
Radon Warning Statement Homes built in Minnesota since June 2009 are required to contain
construction features that may limit radon entry. These features
'The Minnesota Department of Health strongly recommends that are known as passive Radon Resistant New Construction(RRNC).
ALL homebuyers have an indoor radon test performed prior to While these passive RRNC features may lower the amount of radon
purchase or taking occupancy,and recommends having the radon in newer homes,it does not guarantee low levels,It is recommended
levels mitigated if elevated radon concentrations are found. Elevated all new homes be tested for radon,and if elevated levels are found,
radon concentrations can easily be reduced by a qualified,certified, these passive RRNC features can be easily and inexpensively
or licensed,if applicable,radon mitigator activated with the addition of a radon fan in the attic. If you are
buying a new home,ask if the home has any RRNC features and if
Every buyer of any interest in residential real property is notified that the home has been tested
the property may present exposure to dangerous levels of indoor
radon gas that may place the occupants at risk of developing radon- What is the recommended action based on my results?
induced lung cancer.Radon,a Class A human carcinogen,is the If the average radon in the home is at or above 4.0 pCVL,the
leading cause of lung cancer in nonsmokers and the second leading house should be fixed.Consider fixing the home if radon levels
cause overall.The seller of any interest in residential real property are between 2 pCVL and 3.9 pCVL.While it isn't possible to reduce
is required to provide the buyer with any information on radon test
results of the dwelling" radon to zero,the best approach is to reduce the radon levels to as
low as reasonably achievable.Any amount of radon,even below the
recommended action level,carries some risk.
Now are radon tests conducted in real estate transactions? Radon Testing
of the unique nature of real estate transactions,involving multiple parties
and financial interests,there are special protocols for radon testing. House conditions when testing
Be aware that any test lasting less than three months
= requires closed-house conditions
€ Closed-house Conditions:Mean keeping all windows
and doors closed,except for normal entry and exit
M f Before Testing:Begin closed-house conditions at least
�� ` ' I'`• f 12 hours before the start of the radon test
+ + Simultailleous During Testing:Maintain closed-house conditions
i . during the entire duration of the short term test.
Operate home heating or cooling systems
Fastest Second lastest Slowest normally during the test.
Test is completed by ! Two short-term test i One short-tetest is Where the test should be conducted
rm
Any radon test conducted for a real estate transaction
a certified contractor i kits are used at the i performed for a needs to be placed in the lowest livable area of the
with a calibrated same time,placed 6-12 minimum of 48 hours home suitable for occupancy.In Minnesota,this is
CRM for a minimum inches apart,for amini-
Test kit is sent to typically in the basement,whether it is finished or
of 48 hours, mum of 48 hours lab for analysis unfinished.
Test report is Test kits are Another short-term The test kit should be placed
analyzed to sent to the lab kit is used in the same . two to six feet above the floor
ensure that it is for analysis place as the first, . at least three feet from exterior walls
started right after the . four inches awa from other objects
a valid test The two test first test is y
• in a location where it won't be disturbed
results are averaged taken down.Test . not in enclosed areas
I to get the radon level. is performed for a . not in areas of high heat or humidity
minimum of 48 hours.
1 Test kit is sent to If the house has multiple foundation types,it is
the lab for analysis recommended that each of these be tested For
instance,if the house has one or more of the following
The two test foundation types—basement,crawl space,slab-on-
results are averaged to grade--a test should be performed in the basement
get the radon level and in at least one room over the crawlspaoe and one
room with a slab-on-grade area
Who should conduct radon testing in real estate transactions?
All radon tests should be conducted in accordance with national radon measurement protocols,by a certified and MDH-listed professional.
This ensures the test was conducted properly,in the correct location,and under appropriate building conditions A list of these radon
measurement professionals can be found at MDH's Radon web site.A seller may have previously conducted testing in a property.If the test
result is at or above the action level,the home should be mitigated.
\1, Radon Mitigation
T".., •A Lowering radon in existing homes—Radon Mitigation
• When elevated levels of radon are found,they should be mitigated.Elevated radon
concentrations can be easily reduced by a nationally certified and MOH-listed radon mitigation
professional A list of these radon mitigation professionals can be found at MDH's Radon web
site.
Radon mitieation is the process or system used to reduce radon concentrations in the
Rnr „rtrcr' breathing zones of occupied buildings.The goal of a radon mitigation system is to reduce
the indoor radon levels to below the EPA action level of 4.0 pCVL.A quality radon reduction
(mitigation)system is often able to reduce the annual average radon level to below 2.0 pCi/L
Active sub-slab suction(also called sub-slab depressurization,or SSD)is the most common
= _ = and usually the most reliable type of system because it draws radon-filled air from beneath the
house and vents it outside.There are standards of practice that need to be followed for the
installation of these systems.More information on radon mitigation can be found at the MOH
Radon website.
�; -� fir`• • After a radon reduction system is installed
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Perform an independent short-term test to ensure that the reduction system is effective Make
_ sure the radon system is operating dieing the entire test.Once a confirmatory radon test
shows low levels of radon in the home,be sure to retest the house every two years to confirm
continued radon reduction
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Contact the MON Radon Program if you are uncertain about anything MON Radon Program
regarding radon testing or mitigation. 625 Robert St N
P.O.Box 64975
The MDH Radon Program can provide. St Paul,MN 55164-0975 5 *'
• Information about radon health effects,radon testing and radon mitigation; (6511201-4601
• Names of trained,certified and MOH-listed radon professionals; 1(800)798-9050
Email:health.indoorair•Qstate,mn.us
Web.www.health.state mn.us/radon
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