part 2 unit 14- residental property and grow-ops

Question 1

signs that a property may be currently in use as a grow-op

Answer 1

-snow is not visible when others have it still
-odor like cabbage/skunk, humming sound
-security like guard dogs, high fences
-windows covered with black plastic
- unusual electric hookups

Question 2

Former residential grow-ops are offered for sale to cover up, watch for these signs

Answer 2

-mold
-brownish stains on walls/floors
-high moisture levels
-rusting on pipes, furnaces, or metal around windows

Question 3

remediation

Answer 3

helps to ensure the health and safety of the new owners.

Question 4

If house is grow-op and client wants to purchase, advise them to speak with who?

Answer 4

mortgage broker or lender

Question 5

market-imposed penalty that results from intangible factors such as possible public liability, fear of additional health hazards, or fear of the unknown.

Answer 5

Stigma

Question 6

stigma may affect a property that

Answer 6

• is known to be contaminated or was
  -not contaminated but located near a hazard

Question 7

several characteristics that may indicate a drug lab

Answer 7

-smell like nail polish remover, vinegar, cat urine
-windows closed and covered
-frequent visitors day/night
-metal drum/boxes removed or painted over

Question 8

phase I

Answer 8

the inspector determines if there is a reason to suspect that an environmental hazard exists

Question 9

phase II

Answer 9

if reason to suspect contamination, the site and contaminants are tested.

Question 10

phase III

Answer 10

if contamination is found, remediation is implemented.

Question 11

components of phase I

Answer 11

records review, site visit, interviews, report

Question 12

reliance letter

Answer 12

it states that a person or company may rely on the information in the report.