Truth In Housing Inspections
Certain cities in the Twin Cities metro require a specific inspection be completed prior to listing the home for sale. This inspection is often called the Truth in Sale of Housing (TISH) report.
This inspection varies from the a buyer’s inspection. The TISH report focuses on risks to life or health that can be found within the home. The report is usually made up of recommended fixes and required fixes. We always recommend buyers should obtain an additional 3rd party home inspection prior to making a decision to purchase a home.
Currently, a TISH report (or similar report) from a licensed evaluator is required in at least twelve metro cities, including Bloomington, Crystal, Hopkins, Maplewood, Minneapolis, New Hope, Richfield, Robbinsdale, South St. Paul, St. Louis Park and St. Paul. Meanwhile, Golden Valley requires a sewer inspection prior to home sale.
Below are links to each cities respective requirements:
The following must be done by city employees:
