For housing near James Madison University, what does visible mold at move-in require from a Virginia rental owner?
DIRECT ANSWER
§55.1-1215; visible condition and the tenant's election matter. Source as of: 2026-10-16 Use cited page body and explicit policy period. A page update date does not extend an expired rate or deadline. Confirm current requirements and the actual student, employee, household or property circumstances with the cited authority. No property inventory or named professional is assigned by this answer.
The move-in report must disclose visible mold in readily accessible interior areas. If present, the tenant may decline possession and terminate, or choose to stay. If the tenant stays or takes possession, remediation and reinspection are due promptly and no later than five business days after that choice, followed by a new report.
Answer
The move-in report must disclose visible mold in readily accessible interior areas. If present, the tenant may decline possession and terminate, or choose to stay. If the tenant stays or takes possession, remediation and reinspection are due promptly and no later than five business days after that choice, followed by a new report.
Scope and verification
§55.1-1215; visible condition and the tenant's election matter.
Source as of: 2026-10-16
Use cited page body and explicit policy period. A page update date does not extend an expired rate or deadline.
Confirm current requirements and the actual student, employee, household or property circumstances with the cited authority. No property inventory or named professional is assigned by this answer.
Sources & verification
- Virginia Residential Landlord and Tenant Act Retained independently source-supported evidence for the stated question and qualifications
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