The bill amends Iowa's real estate disclosure laws to require the inclusion of information regarding lead service lines in property disclosures. Specifically, it introduces new definitions for "lead service line," which is defined as a service line made of lead, and includes galvanized service lines that are downstream of any lead service line or of unknown material. Additionally, it defines "service line" as the pipe connecting the water main to the interior plumbing of a building.

Under the amended law, the disclosure statement that must be provided to potential buyers will now include the presence of lead service lines, alongside other important property characteristics such as structural integrity and the condition of plumbing, heating, or electrical systems. This change aims to enhance transparency in real estate transactions and ensure that buyers are informed about potential health risks associated with lead service lines.

Statutes affected:
Introduced: 558A.1, 558A.4