A new California law gives landlords the authority to ban smoking tobacco in rental units, expanding the availability of smoke-free housing in the state.
Gov. Jerry Brown signed the measure, sponsored by Sen. Alex Padilla (D-Pacoima,) earlier this month and it goes into effect Jan. 1.
Read More At: http://www.signonsandiego.com/news/2011/sep/23/how-californias-new-non-smoking-law-will-affet-ren/
Does cigarette smell lower the value of your home? An appraiser might see this as a temporary issues that can be remediated with carpet cleaning and paint. This may be more of a marketing issues than a value issue and usually if someone if trying to sell their home the agent may suggest that the homeowner make these changes so potential buyers will not be “turned off.” If the walls are stained with nicotine an air quality test or duct test may be requested by potential buyers to insure there are no health risks. Appraiser are interested in the the 3 Ss: Safety, Security and Soundness. If you have more questions regarding value and appraisals contact the appraiser at www.socalappraisalserv.com.
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