S.D. Admin. R. 20:74:06:02

Current through Register Vol. 51, page 67, December 16, 2024

Section 20:74:06:02 - Code of ethics

A home inspector shall adhere to the following guidelines of behavior:

(1) A home inspector shall:

(a) Comply with all applicable state laws and regulations; and

(b) Disclose promptly to a client information about any business interest of the inspector which may affect the client in connection with the home inspection;

(2) A home inspector may not:

(a) Discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, disability, or creed;

(b) Disclose any information concerning the results of the home inspection without the approval of the client or the client's representative;

(c) Accept compensation from more than one interested party for the same service without the written consent of all interested parties;

(d) Accept compensation or allowances, directly or indirectly, from other parties dealing with the inspector's client for work for which the inspector is responsible;

(e) Engage in false or misleading advertising or otherwise misrepresent any matter to the public; or

(f) Bid on any recommendation for repair documented in the inspection report.

S.D. Admin. R. 20:74:06:02

28 SDR 28, effective 9/2/2001.

General Authority:36-21C-6(2).

Law Implemented:36-21C-6(2).