HB1468

House Bill 1468 establishes a mandatory pre-litigation process for homeowners, tenants, or lessees to address construction defects in residential dwellings with contractors and window or door suppliers. Before initiating a civil action or arbitration, a claimant must provide written notice of the defect at least 28 days in advance, allowing the contractor or supplier an opportunity to inspect and remedy the issue. The bill sets specific timelines for the contractor or supplier to respond to the notice and outlines conditions under which a claimant may proceed with formal legal action. If an offer to remedy the defect is accepted and fulfilled, the claimant is barred from further litigation regarding that specific claim. Additionally, contractors and suppliers are required to provide written notice of these statutory requirements to homeowners before beginning work. This process does not apply to enforcement actions brought by the Attorney General under the Deceptive Trade Practices Act.