Bill > SB2204

This bill establishes new requirements for sellers of residential real property in North Dakota regarding radon disclosure. The bill defines key terms like "buyer," "mitigation," "seller," and "testing," and mandates that before selling a property, sellers must disclose in writing any knowledge they have about radon concentrations in the property. Sellers must provide buyers with a specific disclosure statement explaining that radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that can present health risks when accumulated in sufficient quantities, and that radon levels exceeding federal guidelines have been found in North Dakota buildings. If the seller has previously conducted radon testing, they must provide available test results and evidence of any mitigation efforts to the buyer. The bill explicitly states that these test results and mitigation evidence do not constitute a warranty or promise of accuracy. Furthermore, the bill protects sellers and their agents from liability for radon-related claims when they comply with these disclosure requirements, and it clarifies that the disclosure does not automatically create a contract contingency or right to rescind a purchase agreement unless specifically stated in the contract. The goal of the bill is to ensure potential homebuyers are informed about potential radon hazards before purchasing a property.

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https://ndlegis.gov/assembly/69-2025/regular/bill-overview/bo2204.html